Data Annotator – Bounding Box (Contract/Freelance)
About the Role
Aurelius Systems is looking for 2–3 detail-oriented contractors to join our data annotation team. In this role, you'll be drawing and labeling bounding boxes on image datasets used to train machine learning models. This is a remote, flexible, pay-per-annotation contract position.
Responsibilities
Accurately draw bounding boxes around specified objects in images according to provided guidelines
Maintain consistent labeling quality across large batches
Meet minimum output requirements in a fast and timely manner
Communicate any data quality issues or ambiguities to the team lead
Requirements
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow precise labeling instructions
Reliable internet connection and a computer capable of running annotation tools
Ability to complete a minimum of 500 annotations per engagement
Previous annotation experience is a plus but not required
Compensation & Volume
Rate: $0.05 per bounding box annotation.
Volume: Batches are assigned as needed, with a minimum annotations per assignment.
Contract Type: 1099 contract position.
Our Process
The onboarding process for this role is straightforward:
Apply: Submit your application for review.
Screening Call: Have a quick 10- to 50-minute phone call with our perception engineer.
Assessment: Go over a quick trial run and review our standard operating procedures.
Onboarding: Move forward to the contract-to-hire agreement and receive your first batches to complete against the assigned time window.
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