Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation · Washington, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Washington, United States
Job highlights
- Remote AI training role for programmers.
- Flexible schedule and competitive hourly pay.
- Shape future AI with your code feedback.
- Emphasis on Android development and Kotlin.
- Work on diverse AI system programming tasks.
About the role
Software Lifecycle 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.
How to Get Started
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
- Software Lifecycle Engineering
- AI Training
- Android Development
- Kotlin
- Programming Languages
- Code Evaluation
- AI Model Refinement
- Data Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Software Development
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- AI Trainer
- Android Development
- Kotlin
- Python
- JavaScript
- Remote Work
- Programming
- Coding Problems
- DataAnnotation
How to get hired
- Prepare for the assessment: Study programming concepts and Android development for the initial screening.
- Highlight relevant skills: Tailor your resume to showcase Kotlin, Python, JavaScript, or other listed languages.
- Demonstrate writing ability: Emphasize strong grammar and clear explanation skills in your application.
- Apply online: Sign up on the DataAnnotation platform and complete the assessment to unlock paid work.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- As a Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer at DataAnnotation, you will design and solve coding problems to train AI systems, with a focus on Android development. You'll write code snippets, evaluate AI-generated code for accuracy and performance, and provide feedback to shape future AI models.
- What programming languages are required for the Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer role?
- While Kotlin is preferred, proficiency in at least one of the following is required: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, or Swift. Fluency in English is also essential.
- Is the Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer position remote?
- Yes, this position is fully remote and available to individuals located in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. You can work from anywhere within these countries.
- What is the expected pay for a Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- Projects are paid hourly, with rates typically ranging from $50 to $100+ per hour. Performance can lead to opportunities for higher-paying projects.
- How does the application process work for the Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer role?
- To apply, you need to sign up for an account on the DataAnnotation platform and pass a short assessment, which serves as the initial screening. Upon passing, you'll receive confirmation and access to paid work.
- What qualifications are preferred for this role?
- Preferred qualifications include experience in Kotlin, a bachelor's degree (completed or in progress), and previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer.
- Does DataAnnotation offer flexible working hours for AI Trainers?
- Yes, DataAnnotation offers a flexible schedule. You can choose which projects to take on and when to work, allowing you to align the work with your availability and goals.
- Can I work as a Software Lifecycle Engineer - AI Trainer if I am not in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand?
- No, this role is currently only available to individuals located in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Those outside these regions will not see work or assessments available on the site.