Data Annotator

Russell Tobin's client is hiring a Data Quality Annotator in Cupertino, CA

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Remote - Cupertino, CA 95014

Schedule: 8 am - 5pm PST

Pay rate: $24-$26/hr

Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Data Quality Annotator to join our growing team. As part of the Data Quality Team, you’ll be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality datasets at scale. This role involves performing in-house data annotation tasks, as well as conducting quality assurance reviews for outsourced projects. Annotation projects may include classification, segmentation (polygons or Photoshop-based matting), bounding box creation, and subjective analysis of visual assets.

Responsibilities:

• Annotate, categorize, and review the quality of annotated data (including text and images).
• Provide detailed feedback on trends and patterns observed within datasets.
• Understand and follow project-specific annotation guidelines and examples.
• Perform repetitive annotation tasks with precision, consistency, and efficiency.
• Evaluate external partner work for quality assurance and apply scoring based on established standards.
• Identify differences and inconsistencies between visual assets with accuracy.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of professional experience in data annotation, data labeling, or quality assurance.
• Prior Photoshop experience or familiarity with image editing tools.
• Native proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Arabic, Italian, Dutch.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills.
• Proven ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Advanced proficiency in macOS, iOS, and iPadOS applications (Numbers, Keynote, Pages).
• Experience working with macOS 10.14 or higher.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable navigating digital tools, platforms, and internal systems efficiently.

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.