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Computational Linguist and Data Annotation Lead

Leads definition of voice dictation customization and personalization, working with ML scientists on user style preferences. Coordinates external annotation team for large datasets and analyzes stylistic variations. Requires Linguistics PhD and multilingual expertise.

120k – 160kSan Francisco, CAAI ResearchOnsite

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Lead work in defining customization and personalization for Wispr Flow's voice dictation outputs and style.
  • Work closely with ML scientists to define user preferences, from casual English to GenZ messaging styles to polished academic writing.
  • Coordinate a team of external experts to annotate large datasets.
  • Analyze data to determine variations in style.

Requirements

  • Linguistics PhD.
  • Ability to mentor, manage, and give feedback to expert labelers.
  • Self-awareness about stylistic choices and user preferences.
  • Multilingual speaker.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Eagerness to learn and build familiarity with LLM development.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in professional editing, teaching, or translation.

Skills

Computational LinguisticsData AnnotationLlm DevelopmentMultilingualStyle AnalysisDataset AnnotationMl CollaborationLinguisticsPersonalizationCustomization

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