AI Red Team Tester
Alignerr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $60,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Test AI systems for security weaknesses.
- Design and execute red-teaming exercises.
- Evaluate AI outputs for bias and violations.
- Document vulnerabilities and report findings.
- Improve AI safety and reliability.
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
- Prompt Engineering
- Adversarial ML
- AI Safety
- Vulnerability Documentation
Skills & topics
- AI Red Teaming
- Cybersecurity
- Penetration Testing
- Ethical Hacking
- AI Systems
- Large Language Models
- Prompt Engineering
- Adversarial ML
- AI Safety
- Remote Work
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight cybersecurity and AI/ML experience.
- Showcase creative problem-solving: Emphasize finding edge cases and vulnerabilities.
- Demonstrate communication skills: Detail your experience in clear, structured reporting.
- Highlight remote work experience: Mention your ability to work independently and asynchronously.
- Apply with confidence: Express your passion for AI safety and cutting-edge tech.
Technical preparation
Study AI threat models.,Practice prompt engineering techniques.,Learn LLM vulnerabilities.,Review AI safety guidelines.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you broke a system.,How do you approach edge cases?,How do you document complex findings?,How do you work independently?
Frequently asked questions
- What is AI Red Teaming at Alignerr?
- AI Red Teaming at Alignerr involves simulating adversarial attacks on AI systems to uncover security vulnerabilities, biases, and policy violations. It's about proactively finding weaknesses before malicious actors do.
- What cybersecurity skills are most important for this AI Red Team Tester role at Alignerr?
- A strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts like threat modeling, penetration testing, and ethical hacking is crucial. Experience with AI/ML systems, LLMs, and prompt engineering is also highly valued.
- Is prior experience with AI safety research required for the AI Red Team Tester position?
- While a background in AI safety research or adversarial ML is a bonus, it is not strictly required. We are looking for individuals with strong cybersecurity fundamentals and a creative, analytical mindset who can learn quickly.
- What kind of documentation is expected from an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr?
- AI Red Team Testers are expected to document vulnerabilities, exploits, and unexpected AI behaviors in clear, structured reports. This documentation is vital for informing engineering teams and improving AI safety.
- Can I work flexibly as an AI Red Team Tester for Alignerr?
- Yes, this is a fully remote, flexible contract role. You can work between 10-40 hours per week, allowing you to set your own schedule and work when and how you work best.
- What is the commitment for an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr?
- The commitment for an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr is flexible, ranging from 10 to 40 hours per week, allowing for a contract that fits your availability.
- How does an AI Red Team Tester at Alignerr impact AI products?
- Your findings directly shape how AI behaves in the real world. By identifying and helping to mitigate weaknesses, you contribute to the safety and reliability of AI products used by millions.