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KiCad PCB Design Specialist

micro1

LocationRemote
SeniorityExperienced specialist
Companymicro1
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Compensation

$135k-$256k

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Requirements and working style

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Education

A relevant master's degree or PhD in Electrical or Electronics Engineering is preferred

Schedule

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What this posting tells you

Remote contractor role for an experienced KiCad specialist supporting an AI training project. Work includes PCB and schematic design, layout and routing, DRC, manufacturing outputs, and documenting workflows. The listing does not state compensation, work authorization, or schedule details.

Role lane

Data, Design and creative, Product, Customer support

Where you can work

Eligible countries are not stated.

Working hours

Timezone overlap is not stated.

Arrangement

Experienced specialist · Contractor

Required signals
KiCadPCB layout and designSchematic captureElectronic circuit designComponent placement and PCB routingPCB design rules and design rule checks (DRC)Creating manufacturing outputs such as Gerber filesExplaining technical workflows clearlyEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higherAbility to record screen while completing tasks
Preferred signals
Multi-layer PCB designPCB manufacturing processesHuman Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluationProfessional electronics or hardware engineering experience
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Skills and signals
KiCadPCB layout and designSchematic captureElectronic circuit designComponent placement and PCB routingPCB design rules and design rule checks (DRC)Creating manufacturing outputs such as Gerber filesExplaining technical workflows clearlyEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higherAbility to record screen while completing tasksMulti-layer PCB designPCB manufacturing processesHuman Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluationProfessional electronics or hardware engineering experienceRemote
Job description

KiCad PCB Design Specialist at micro1

Role Title: KiCad PCB Design Specialist

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is looking for experienced KiCad specialists to support an AI training project. In this role, you will use KiCad to complete real-world PCB design and electronic circuit tasks and explain your workflows step by step. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems understand electronics engineering.

Scope of Work

Create and modify PCB designs and circuit schematics using KiCad.

Work with component placement, PCB routing, and multi-layer boards.

Perform design rule checks (DRC) and troubleshoot PCB design issues.

Generate Gerber files and other manufacturing outputs.

Complete advanced KiCad tasks and explain your workflows step by step.

Create clear instructions and detailed prompts for PCB design workflows.

Requirements

Strong professional hands-on experience using KiCad.

Experience with PCB layout, schematic capture, and electronic circuit design.

Good understanding of component placement, routing, and PCB design rules.

Ability to create and review complex PCB designs.

Access to KiCad and ability to record your screen while completing tasks.

English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Ability to explain technical workflows clearly.

Preferred qualifications

A relevant master's degree or PhD in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

Previous Human Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.

Experience with multi-layer PCB design and manufacturing processes.

Professional experience in electronics or hardware engineering.

Company context

Working remotely at micro1

micro1 builds human-expertise data and evaluation infrastructure for AI models and agents. It recruits core-team employees and domain experts for AI training projects.

Headquarters
San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States
Founded
2022
Remote policy

Expert opportunities are remote and can be flexible. International applicants are considered, subject to country exclusions and each project's requirements. Core-team work arrangements vary by opening; check the individual posting.

Application process

Apply through the official posting. Expert applicants complete an AI interview and skills certification, followed by project selection and onboarding. Certification does not guarantee a project or immediate work.

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