Data Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation · Pennsylvania, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Pennsylvania, United States
Job highlights
- Remote data engineering role for AI training.
- Flexible schedule, set your own hours.
- Competitive pay, $50-$100+/hr.
- Shape future AI technologies.
- Requires programming and writing skills.
About the role
Data Engineer AI Trainer
Join the DataAnnotation team and contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.
We are looking for proficient programmers to help advance AI development. As a member of DataAnnotation’s coding team, you’ll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 professionals — including front-end, back-end, full-stack, machine learning, and other engineers — who are driving real-world impact in AI development.
Our platform offers an engaging blend of flexibility and challenge: you’ll work closely with state-of the art AI models to take on programming tasks that include creating and solving challenging coding problems, building beautiful apps with rich functionality, and synthesizing insights through data analysis and visualization. Your work directly contributes to refining intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and evolve. Some team members fit this work alongside a full-time role, while others treat it as their primary focus, choosing projects and schedules that align with their availability and goals.
To get started, once you sign up for an account, you'll take a short assessment (this serves as our version of an interview). If you pass that assessment, you’ll receive an email confirmation, and paid work will become available to you through our platform.
Benefits
- Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Flexible schedule: choose which projects you take on and when you work.
- Competitive pay: projects are paid hourly, starting at $50-$100+/hr. Opportunities for higher-paying projects are available with strong performance.
- Impact: help shape the future of AI technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and solve diverse coding problems used to train AI systems with an emphasis on Android development.
- Write clear, high-quality code snippets and detailed explanations.
- Evaluate AI-generated code for accuracy, performance, and clarity.
- Provide feedback that directly shapes the next generation of AI models.
Qualifications
- Fluency in English (native or bilingual level).
- Preferred experience in Kotlin.
- Proficiency in at least one of other the following programming languages or frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, or Swift.
- Excellent writing and grammar skills.
- A bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress).
- Previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer is preferred.
Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This job is only available to those in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.
Key skills/competency
- AI Development
- Data Annotation
- Programming
- Kotlin
- JavaScript
- Python
- Problem Solving
- Code Evaluation
- Technical Writing
- Android Development
Skills & topics
- Data Engineer
- AI Trainer
- Remote
- Programming
- Kotlin
- Android Development
- Python
- JavaScript
- AI Systems
- Data Analysis
How to get hired
- Pass the assessment: Complete the short online assessment to demonstrate your coding skills.
- Highlight programming skills: Emphasize your proficiency in Kotlin, JavaScript, Python, or other listed languages on your resume.
- Showcase Android experience: Detail any experience with Android development and Kotlin if applicable.
- Demonstrate writing ability: Provide examples of clear, concise technical writing and explanations.
- Confirm eligibility: Ensure you are located in an eligible country (US, Canada, UK, etc.).
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the hiring process for a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- The hiring process for a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation involves signing up for an account and completing a short online assessment, which serves as the primary screening mechanism. Passing this assessment leads to an email confirmation and access to paid work opportunities on their platform.
- What programming languages are most valued for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role at DataAnnotation?
- While a bachelor's degree and general programming experience are preferred, DataAnnotation specifically highlights Kotlin as a preferred language for Data Engineer AI Trainer roles. Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, or Swift is also valuable.
- Can I work as a Data Engineer AI Trainer remotely?
- Yes, the Data Engineer AI Trainer position at DataAnnotation is fully remote. You can work from anywhere within the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
- What is the typical hourly pay for a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- The hourly pay for Data Annotation projects, including the Data Engineer AI Trainer role, starts at $50-$100+/hr. Opportunities for higher-paying projects are available based on strong performance.
- What are the main responsibilities of a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- As a Data Engineer AI Trainer, you will design and solve coding problems for AI training, focusing on Android development. You'll write clear code snippets with explanations, evaluate AI-generated code, and provide feedback to refine AI models.
- Is there a degree requirement for the Data Engineer AI Trainer position?
- A bachelor’s degree, either completed or in progress, is listed as a qualification for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role at DataAnnotation. However, previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer is also preferred.
- How does DataAnnotation handle payment for Data Engineer AI Trainers?
- DataAnnotation makes payments via PayPal. They will never ask you for money, and PayPal will manage any necessary currency conversions from USD.
- What level of English fluency is required for this role?
- Fluency in English, at a native or bilingual level, is a requirement for the Data Engineer AI Trainer position at DataAnnotation. Excellent writing and grammar skills are also essential.