AI Red Team Tester
Alignerr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $70,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Test AI systems for security weaknesses.
- Design red-teaming exercises and craft prompts.
- Evaluate AI outputs for bias and safety.
- Document vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations.
- Work remotely with flexible contract hours.
About the role
About The Role
If you've ever looked at a system and immediately started thinking about how to break it — this role was made for you. We're looking for security-minded professionals to stress-test AI systems, expose their weaknesses, and help build the next generation of safe, reliable AI.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role where your findings directly shape how AI behaves in the real world.
Organization
Alignerr
Type
Hourly Contract
Location
Remote
Commitment
10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
- Design and execute red-teaming exercises to uncover security weaknesses in AI systems
- Craft adversarial prompts and edge-case scenarios to probe model guardrails and safety filters
- Evaluate AI outputs for unsafe behavior, bias, and policy violations
- Document vulnerabilities, exploits, and unexpected behaviors in clear, structured reports
- Collaborate with engineering teams to recommend practical mitigations and improvements
- Stay current on emerging AI security threats, jailbreak techniques, and adversarial research
- Help define and refine security evaluation rubrics and testing protocols
Who You Are
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts — threat modeling, penetration testing, or ethical hacking
- Hands-on experience with AI/ML systems, large language models, or prompt engineering
- Creative and analytical — you enjoy finding the edge cases others miss
- Excellent written communication and documentation skills
- Comfortable working independently in an asynchronous, task-based environment
- Familiarity with open-source AI platforms or LLM ecosystems is a plus
- Background in infosec, AI safety research, or adversarial ML is a bonus — but not required
Why Join Us
- Work at the cutting edge of AI security alongside top research labs
- See your work directly improve the safety of AI products used by millions of people
- Full autonomy and a flexible schedule — work when and how you work best
- Build deep, marketable expertise in one of the fastest-growing fields in tech
- Ongoing contract potential with opportunities to expand scope and responsibility
- Be part of a global community of experts shaping the future of responsible AI
Key skills/competency
- AI Red Teaming
- Cybersecurity
- Penetration Testing
- Ethical Hacking
- AI/ML Systems
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Prompt Engineering
- Adversarial ML
- Vulnerability Assessment
- AI Safety Research
Skills & topics
- AI Red Teaming
- Cybersecurity
- Penetration Testing
- Ethical Hacking
- AI/ML
- Large Language Models
- Prompt Engineering
- Adversarial ML
- AI Safety
- Remote Work
- Contract Role
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight cybersecurity skills and AI/ML experience.
- Showcase your creativity: Emphasize problem-solving and edge-case identification.
- Demonstrate independence: Mention experience with asynchronous work environments.
- Prepare for the interview: Discuss AI security concepts and vulnerability analysis.
Technical preparation
Practice crafting adversarial prompts for LLMs.,Familiarize yourself with threat modeling techniques.,Study AI model guardrails and safety filters.,Learn common AI jailbreaking methods.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you found a system vulnerability.,How do you approach testing complex systems?,Explain your process for documenting findings.,How do you stay updated on security threats?
Frequently asked questions
- How can I apply for the AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr?
- To apply for the AI Red Team Tester position at Alignerr, please follow the application instructions provided in the job posting. Typically, this involves submitting your resume and a cover letter through their careers portal. Focus on highlighting your cybersecurity expertise and experience with AI/ML systems.
- What are the key responsibilities for an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr?
- As an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr, your primary responsibilities include designing and executing red-teaming exercises to find security weaknesses in AI systems, crafting adversarial prompts, evaluating AI outputs for unsafe behavior and bias, documenting vulnerabilities, and collaborating with engineering teams on mitigations.
- Is the AI Red Team Tester position at Alignerr remote?
- Yes, the AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr is a fully remote position. This allows for flexibility in your work location, and you can work from anywhere, provided you meet the role's requirements for independence and asynchronous collaboration.
- What kind of experience is most valuable for an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr?
- The most valuable experience for an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr includes a strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts like threat modeling and penetration testing, hands-on experience with AI/ML systems and prompt engineering, and a creative, analytical mindset. Familiarity with open-source AI platforms or LLM ecosystems is also a plus.
- What is the commitment level for the AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr?
- The AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr is a flexible contract position with a commitment of 10-40 hours per week. This allows you to manage your workload based on your availability and the project's needs, offering significant autonomy.
- Does Alignerr require prior experience in AI safety research for this role?
- While a background in AI safety research or adversarial ML is considered a bonus and can be advantageous, it is not strictly required for the AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr. Strong cybersecurity fundamentals and AI/ML experience are the primary prerequisites.