Software Engineer, Data Collection
North Star Staffing
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Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking experienced software professionals to support a high-priority data collection initiative designed to improve how AI systems understand complex software interfaces and real-world, multi-step workflows. This project focuses on capturing authentic, expert-level usage of professional software tools through high-quality screen recordings and detailed interface annotations. The collected data will help advance AI systems’ understanding of real digital work environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Record screen sessions demonstrating specific tasks with clear verbal narration
- Annotate screenshots by drawing precise bounding boxes around relevant UI elements
- Follow staging instructions to configure specific UI states prior to recording
- Use a custom capture tool to document workflows accurately
- Adhere strictly to task guidelines to ensure high-quality, usable data
Required Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience with one or more of the following tools: Blender, Godot, GIMP, R, Wings 3D
- Access to a physical Mac (ability to create a fresh macOS user profile if required)
- Fluent English communication skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to follow structured instructions precisely
- Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
Nice-to-Have
- Prior experience in data annotation, QA, or structured data collection
- Experience recording workflows or creating tutorial-style documentation
- Familiarity with staged or controlled software environments
What Success Looks Like
- Precise, consistent screen annotations aligned with guidelines
- Clear, expert-level screen recordings demonstrating realistic workflows
- Efficient task completion without sacrificing quality
- Deliverables usable at scale for AI research and development
Contract & Payment Details
This is an independent contractor engagement that is fully remote with flexible scheduling. Weekly payments are made via Stripe or Wise, and project duration may vary based on performance and business needs. No access to confidential or proprietary employer information is required.
Key skills/competency
- Blender
- Godot
- GIMP
- R
- Wings 3D
- Data annotation
- Screen recording
- UI elements
- Workflow documentation
- macOS
How to Get Hired at North Star Staffing
- Research North Star Staffing's mission: Study their staffing focus and the types of projects they support, especially those involving AI data initiatives.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight extensive experience with Blender, Godot, GIMP, R, or Wings 3D, alongside data collection, annotation, and remote work proficiencies.
- Showcase tool proficiency: Be prepared to demonstrate your expert-level usage of the required software tools and your ability to create clear, precise documentation or recordings.
- Prepare for a remote interview: Emphasize your ability to work independently, manage deadlines, maintain high attention to detail, and communicate fluently in English.
- Understand contractor expectations: Familiarize yourself with the nuances of independent contractor engagements, including flexible scheduling and project-based work.
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