As Data Annotation Lead, you will architect and scale a global annotation operation from the ground up. You’ll lead a rapidly growing workforce, implementing advanced human-in-the-loop workflows and autolabeling technologies. This role is pivotal in transforming complex sensor data into high-quality training sets for sophisticated AI models, directly impacting core model performance and scalability.
Data Annotation Lead at well-funded AI data infrastructure startup
Join an ambitious AI startup as Data Annotation Lead and build a global operation from the ground up. You will scale a workforce from dozens to hundreds while implementing cutting-edge human-in-the-loop workflows and autolabeling technology. This is a unique opportunity to own the end-to-end data pipeline that powers next-generation AI models, working remotely from India or the Philippines with a high-growth team backed by top-tier VCs. If you have experience managing complex data operations and want to shape the future of AI training infrastructure, this is your next challenge.
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Location
Remote (India or Philippines)
Compensation
Not Disclosed
Company
Confidential company
Role overview
About the company
Well-funded AI data infrastructure startup
What you will do
- Scale the annotation workforce from dozens to hundreds, designing the organizational structure and multi-layer management hierarchies.
- Implement autolabeling and human-in-the-loop pipelines to ensure output grows significantly faster than headcount.
- Define and enforce rigorous quality benchmarks, rubrics, and audit loops to maintain high standards for complex data types.
Who this is a fit for
- Proven experience leading scaled annotation or data operations, specifically managing teams of 10+ people.
- Deep expertise in complex data pipelines, such as LiDAR, 3D sensor fusion, or high-dimensional sensor data.
- Strong data-driven management skills with the ability to define operational metrics and lead cross-functional partnerships.
Why this role is remarkable
- Build a mission-critical annotation function from scratch at a well-funded startup backed by top-tier VCs.
- Pioneer innovative workflows that integrate model-based pre-labeling with human review to scale throughput exponentially.
- Direct ownership over the entire operation, including team design, quality systems, and strategic budget management.
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