Data Annotator

We are looking for someone to take on data annotation and validation tasks to support our team. As a Data Annotation Specialist, you will use a variety of internal specialized software programs to mark objects, activities, events, or other items of interest in images, video, text or audio files. This position is critical to the success of our customers, as well annotated data is the key ingredient in machine learning algorithms. The ideal candidate will have great attention to detail. Duties also require providing feedback for improvements on tools and processes, and on occasion, helping our field teams with questions.

THE JOB

• Annotate and label image, video, text and audio data via computer using various internal software programs.
• Tackle incoming tasks within a short timeframe.
• Attach metadata (comments, markups, etc.) to image, video, audio and text data in accordance with established procedures and precise instructions.
• Provide feedback to customers if data is noisy or instructions are unclear.
• Provide constructive feedback to our engineers on tooling and processes for more efficient labelling, and to improve data quality.
• Evaluate metrics to help improve our productivity.
• Collaborate with other annotation specialists and help out with questions.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Responsible, Self-motivated to work independently, even with minimal supervision (training is provided).
• An excellent communicator.
• Meticulous and detail oriented.
• Able to type at least 50 WPM.
• Able to maintain sharp focus, even with repetitive tasks.
• Willing to support several projects at one time, and to accept reprioritization as necessary.
• Some experience of similar activities would be an added advantage, e.g. Image segmentation and classification, Data Entry, etc.
• Eager to learn.
• Team player.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Part of a great team
• Insights into AI