AIML - Annotation and Collection Analyst

Austin, Texas, United States Machine Learning and AI

Join Apple’s AIML (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Data Operations team at the forefront of advancing technology, within one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive environments. Here, visionary minds from varied backgrounds collaborate to transform groundbreaking ideas into revolutionary products and services that are redefining industries; such as the iconic Siri, which continues to innovate the interaction between people and machines.

The AIML Data Operations team focuses on delivering high quality annotated data that contributes directly to the development of Apple’s products and services. Our team is comprised of individuals who are fueled by creativity, thrive on diverse perspectives and have a passion for delivering results. If you’re passionate about AIML and enjoy working within a fast-paced, nimble environment as part of a larger team, then imagine the impact you could make in AIML where new insights and ideas become extraordinary realities, enriching lives and leaving the world better than we found it!

As an Annotation and Collection Analyst, you will demonstrate active listening, integrity and acute attention to detail. You will bring passion and dedication to your job. There's no telling what you could accomplish.

The role is an office based position.

As an Annotation and Collection Analyst, you will have the opportunity to coordinate cross-functionally with a variety of engineering teams, project managers and participants from internal and external sources to collect data used for Machine Learning models, evaluation, training and testing, utilizing your language and cultural expertise. For annotations, you’ll leverage your annotation expertise to provide quality, procedural and tools guidance on key projects.

You will help develop high quality data to build, test and fix machine learned models, as well as review and follow complex guidelines and protocols in a fast paced environment.

• Install and maintain Apple devices, set up labs, and ensure understanding of project protocols navigating systems, tools and sharing best practices with team.
• Run collection sessions, recruit participants, schedule, upload data, manage swag distribution and provide key metrics.
• Execute pre-defined scripts for data quality, apply troubleshooting FAQs and follow escalation processes.
• Support data collections projects following PMs direction.
• Train rotational moderators on duties, provide protocol walkthroughs, and prepare training resources.
• Perform and understand the technical aspects of annotation and grading work.

• Aptitude for setup and troubleshooting of hardware devices and software builds
• Knowledge of Machine Learning data annotation process, related tools and software
• Proven expertise navigating systems and tools, sharing best practices with team members
• Previous experience working with language data (e.g. research, analysis)
• Proven attention to detail and critical thinking skills, demonstrating integrity and focus on customer privacy
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to changing work-flows and processes
• Ability to identify business process solutions to increase efficiencies
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Knack for acquiring technical skills, an eagerness to learn and to take on new challenges

• One year experience in data annotation and previous DCM experience
• Bachelors degree in engineering or a linguistics field, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in manual testing of software and logging of test results
• Experience in project management and Machine Learning
• Language skills including strong grammar and cultural awareness

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.