Backend Security Engineer
- Pay: $30 to $100 / hour
- Contract: Contract
- Who can apply: Open worldwide
- Posted Sep 20, 2026
In short
Get paid 30 to 100 USD per hour as a Backend Security Engineer on a freelance contract with micro1. This fully remote role gives you total schedule flexibility to train next-generation AI systems while working about 15 hours a week.
What you will do
- Design realistic coding tasks featuring bug fixes and new features
- Build deterministic verifiers to test solutions
- Review code and debug performance issues
- Contribute domain expertise without needing prior AI experience
What you need to apply
- Backend experience in Java, Node.js, Go, Rust, Typescript, Python, C++, or similar languages
- Background in cybersecurity, SecOps, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or secure coding
- Familiarity with scalable services, APIs, and automated testing
- Strong computer science and problem-solving skills
Who can apply
This role has 300 openings and accepts applicants worldwide with no country restrictions stated.
My tip
We recommend completing all interviews and assessments entirely without outside assistance to show your genuine skills.