Job Title: Data Collection Specialist (AI/ML)
Location: Hybrid
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time/Contract

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Collection Specialist to support our AI/ML team in gathering, organizing, and managing high-quality datasets. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our machine learning models are trained on accurate, diverse, and well-structured data.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect and curate structured and unstructured data from various sources (e.g., websites, databases, APIs, documents, images, audio, video).
  • Label, annotate, and preprocess data to meet machine learning model requirements.
  • Ensure data quality by identifying inconsistencies, duplicates, and missing information.
  • Work closely with data engineers and AI/ML researchers to refine data collection processes.
  • Implement automation tools to improve data acquisition and management.
  • Maintain documentation for data sources, collection methods, and quality assurance processes.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience with data collection, web scraping, or data annotation tools.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, or other scripting languages for data extraction.
  • Familiarity with machine learning concepts and data preprocessing techniques.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets.
  • Knowledge of ethical AI and data privacy regulations is preferred.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience using tools like BeautifulSoup, Selenium, Scrapy for web scraping.
  • Familiarity with annotation tools such as Labelbox, CVAT, or Amazon SageMaker Ground Truth.
  • Understanding of different data formats (CSV, JSON, XML, etc.).
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in an AI/ML environment.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on cutting-edge AI/ML projects with a dynamic team.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.