What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audio Data Annotation Specialist position at Tesla?
The Data Annotation Specialist is responsible for annotating time-based and frequency-based audio data. Serving as the ground truth, accurately labeled data is the foundation and critical ingredient for training powerful models.
This role works cohesively with our engineering and production teams to build factory tools and advanced diagnostic systems. Accurate data annotation is essential to the successful buildout and deployment of these systems. A successful candidate will have high attention to detail, an appreciation for data integrity, and the drive to produce the best possible dataset. In this role you will work with a user interface to label a large variety of incoming audio data.
What You'll Do
- Label audio files with high accuracy and attention to detail
- Collaborate with computer engineers to design and improve the labeling interface
- Gain basic machine learning knowledge to understand how labels are used by our learning algorithms
- Make informed judgment calls on difficult edge cases during labeling
- Work closely with the team to ensure consistency and quality in labeling
- Identify and report any issues or inconsistencies in the labeling process
- Continuously improve labeling efficiency and accuracy
What You'll Bring
- Degree in Music or Film or equivalent experience
- Evidence of exceptional ability
- Previous work experience as vehicle technician with basic understanding of Noise, Vibration, & Harshness (NVH) is a plus
- Experience in mixing or mastering is a plus
- Ability to discern, breakdown, and understand the extreme nuances of sound
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment, learn quickly and be able to prioritize assignments
- Proficient computer skills utilizing keyboard/mouse
- Must be reliable and have good initiative with a commitment to quality
- Valid driver's license required
- Interest in machine learning or neural networks is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
Salary : $29 - $35
