Role Overview
Micro1 is hiring a mid-level Remote Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty. This is a contract role in Montrose. Part of Micro1's Risk hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty
$ 55
- $ 70 /hour pay
Required Skills
Commercial Insurance
Specialty Insurance
Commercial P&C
Underwriting
Liability Coverage
Policy Interpretation
Insurance Compliance
Coverage Analysis
Insurance Operations
About micro1
micro1 connects domain experts to the development of frontier AI models. Real-world expertise is turned into training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how models perform. AI labs and enterprises use micro1 to train models and build reliable AI agents through advanced evaluations and reinforcement learning environments.
Experts contribute directly to how AI systems learn, reason, and perform across domains like finance, healthcare, engineering, and more. Our platform identifies and vets top talent through an AI recruiter, enabling high-quality contributions at scale. Our goal is to enable 1 billion people to do meaningful work by applying their expertise to AI.
We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered over 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts grows into the human intelligence layer for AI.
Job Description
Job Title
Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty
Job Type
Contractor
Location
Remote
Job Summary
As a Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Key Responsibilities: Leverage your extensive underwriting expertise to evaluate complex commercial and specialty risk scenarios in the US insurance market. Analyze, interpret, and structure coverage for excess and specialty lines, focusing on liability, umbrella, and unique risk categories.
Assess policy language and provide nuanced feedback on policy interpretation and coverage analysis. Identify risk factors, apply sound underwriting judgement, and ensure compliance with industry standards and insurance regulations. Support the development of AI training data by contributing real-world insights on underwriting practices and coverage operations.
Collaborate in a remote environment, providing clear, effective written and verbal communication to enhance AI system understanding. Share insight into evolving trends, emerging risks, and innovations within specialty and excess insurance lines.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
4–5+ years of hands-on underwriting experience in commercial lines, specialty insurance, excess casualty, or umbrella products.
In-depth understanding of commercial P&C, liability coverage, and policy evaluation best practices.
Demonstrated expertise in policy interpretation, insurance compliance, and comprehensive coverage analysis.
Experience working with insurance operations in complex or specialty risk environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate nuanced underwriting concepts.
Proven track record within the US insurance market or with US-based clients and frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior exposure to emerging risk types, complex liability structures, or innovative coverage solutions within excess & specialty lines.
Experience collaborating on cross-functional teams or contributing to process improvement initiatives in insurance operations.
Global candidates with deep familiarity with US underwriting standards and commercial insurance practices are strongly encouraged to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Remote Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty position at Micro1?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Micro1. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Remote Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty position at Micro1 located?
This position is based in Montrose. Micro1 has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Remote Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty at Micro1 earn?
Micro1 has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Remote Insurance Underwriter – Excess & Specialty role at Micro1 posted?
This role was posted on May 18, 2026 (22 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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