AI Data Annotation Coordinator

MacPaw is a software company that develops and distributes software for macOS and iOS. Today, our products have more than 30 million users worldwide.

At MacPaw, we believe humans and technology can reach their greatest potential together.

MacPaw is proud to be Ukrainian. The support and development of Ukraine are significant parts of the company’s culture. MacPaw gathers open-minded people who support each other and aspire to change the world around us.

We are looking for a Data Annotation Coordinator to join our AI team to oversee the entire data annotation process, supporting our AI and machine learning initiatives. In this role, you will be central to ensuring the efficiency, accuracy, and success of our data labeling processes.

If it sounds interesting to you, then look no further — send us your CV!

In this role, you will:

• Organize and supervise the data annotation process, ensuring its accuracy and quality
• Research, identify, and implement data annotation tools and solutions for diverse tasks
• Purchase pre-annotated data when required and develop internal tools for data labeling as necessary
• Build and lead the data annotation team, managing cooperation with external freelancers, including searching, selecting, and organizing cooperation with freelancers to meet the organizational needs
• Coordinate team tasks and workflows to meet project timelines and deliverables
• Collaborate closely with the AI team to align data annotation efforts with machine learning model requirements and understand the neural network training process 
• Implement quality control measures and conduct regular audits to maintain high annotation standards
• Develop and maintain annotation guidelines and documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy across the team
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations throughout the data annotation process

Skills you’ll need to bring:

• Proven experience in managing data annotation processes and leading annotation teams
• Comprehensive knowledge of data labeling processes and familiarity with relevant tools, platforms, and best practices in the data annotation field
• Familiarity with machine learning, neural networks, and the role of annotated data in training AI models
• Prior experience working with or managing external freelancers or data labeling vendors
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools to support deadline-driven environments
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to convey technical aspects to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with quality assurance processes for large datasets
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Experience with data privacy regulations and ethical considerations in data annotation
• Strong analytical skills to monitor processes and implement improvements based on data-driven insights.
• Ability to develop and implement data quality metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of annotation processes
• Upper-intermediate level of English

What we offer:

• We are a Ukrainian company, and we stand with Ukraine against the russian aggression
  We maintain workplaces for the mobilized Macpawians and provide financial support to colleagues or their families affected by the war. Here, you can also read about the MacPaw Foundation, which intends to help save the lives of Ukrainian defenders and provide relief to as many civilians as possible: https://macpaw.foundation/.
• We are committed to our veterans
  Our Veteran Career and Empowerment Program is designed to ensure our veterans and active military personnel receive the recognition, support, and opportunities they deserve.
• Hybrid work model
  Whether to work remotely or at the hub is entirely up to you. If you decide to mix it, our Kyiv office, which works as a coworking space, is open around the clock. The office is supplied with UPS and Starlink for an uninterrupted work process.
• Your health always comes first
  We guarantee medical insurance starting on your first working month. For those abroad, you can receive a yearly Medical insurance allowance as compensation for managing your medical expenses.
• Flexible working hours
  You can choose a schedule that is comfortable for you. No one here tracks your clock in/out because MacPaw is built on trust and cooperation.
• Space to grow both professionally and personally
  Whatever your dreams and aspirations are, we have you covered. Education opportunities to grow both hard and soft skills, annual development reviews, and internal community.
• Teams we are proud of
  We build honest, transparent, and reliable relationships within teams. Every Macpawian can improve processes and implement their ideas. We encourage open and constructive feedback and provide training for Macpawians on giving and receiving feedback.
• Office designed for people (and pets)
  Our office has it all: a spacious workplace with enough room for sitting up, lying down, and running around; a gym for recreation; cozy kitchens; a sleeping/meditation room; and a terrace with a view where we throw summer parties. Also, we have two cats living in the office, and you are welcome to bring your pets to the office (we have separate floors for cats and dogs).
• Time-off policy that covers life’s needs
  Convenient personal time-off policy to help you take care of essential matters in your personal life, and parental leaves. On top of all that, sabbaticals are open after 5 years of being with MacPaw.
• Join social initiatives with MacPawCares
  MacPaw participates in numerous humanitarian aid and charity projects across many fields, and you are welcome to jump in to make the world a better place.
• We’re an equal-opportunity employer. Here is a safe place for applicants of all backgrounds
  We are hiring talented humans. Meaning with all our variety of backgrounds and identities, including service members and veterans, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals with disabilities, and other often underrepresented groups. MacPaw does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
  
  *Some benefits are under development and valid for 2024, with adjustments possible in 2025.