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Dyna Robotics, Inc

Our Data Annotation team turns raw teleoperation footage into the labels our imitation learning ... You have supervised a team, run hiring, and handled performance and approvals. * Strong operational ...

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AI Data Engineer

Frisco, TX · On-site

$107K - $128K/yr

Applied analytics, including supervised and unsupervised ML, time-series forecasting, and anomaly detection on operational and sensor data. * Data annotation best practices with CVAT,Roboflow, and ...

Telus Digital

$225K - $255K/yr

... Supervised Fine-Tuning (SFT), Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), red teaming, and ... Our data annotation capabilities transform raw, ambiguous data into contextually enriched training ...

Verantos

Senior Product Manager

$129K - $170K/yr

Partner with the users and cross-functional collaborators - annotators, annotation supervisors, clinical subject-matter experts, AI + data engineers, and customer success- to translate their needs ...

Verantos

Senior Product Manager

$129K - $170K/yr

Partner with the users and cross-functional collaborators - annotators, annotation supervisors, clinical subject-matter experts, AI + data engineers, and customer success- to translate their needs ...

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How much do data annotation supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for data annotation supervisor in the United States is $97,145.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data annotation supervisor?

Data Annotation Supervisors are professionals responsible for overseeing teams that label, tag, or annotate data used to train machine learning and artificial intelligence models. They ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of annotated data, manage workflow, and provide feedback or training to data annotators. Their role is crucial for maintaining data integrity, meeting project deadlines, and supporting the development of reliable AI systems. Data Annotation Supervisors often collaborate with data scientists and project managers to align annotation tasks with project goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data annotation supervisor?

To thrive as a Data Annotation Supervisor, you need expertise in data labeling processes, quality assurance, and team leadership, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with annotation tools, data management systems, and project tracking software is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for ensuring high-quality outcomes and effective team management. These skills enable supervisors to maintain data accuracy, meet project deadlines, and support the development of reliable machine learning models.

What are some common challenges faced by data annotation supervisors, and how can they be managed effectively?

Data Annotation Supervisors often encounter challenges such as maintaining annotation quality across a diverse team, meeting tight project deadlines, and ensuring clear communication of guidelines. To manage these effectively, supervisors typically implement regular quality checks, provide ongoing training, and foster open communication channels for feedback and clarification. Leveraging annotation tools and establishing clear performance metrics also help in maintaining consistency and efficiency within the team.

What is the difference between Data Annotation Supervisor vs Data Labeling Specialist?

AspectData Annotation SupervisorData Labeling Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in data annotationHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in labeling tools
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing teams in office or remote settingsHands-on labeling work, often in a collaborative environment
ResponsibilitiesManaging annotation teams, quality control, workflow coordinationPerforming data labeling tasks, following guidelines, ensuring accuracy

The Data Annotation Supervisor oversees and manages data annotation teams, focusing on quality and workflow, while Data Labeling Specialists perform the actual labeling tasks. Both roles require familiarity with annotation tools, but the supervisor has additional responsibilities in team management and quality assurance.

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Infographic showing various Data Annotation Supervisor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,145 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Data Annotation Team Supervisor - St. Louis

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Enabled Intelligence
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Enabled Intelligenceexternal

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Data Annotation Team Supervisor
Location: St. Louis, MO
Enabled Intelligence
Enabled Intelligence, Inc. provides extremely accurate, precise and secure data labeling and AI solutions to help our government and commercial customers effectively deploy reliable and unbiased artificial intelligence technologies. We leverage the unique talents of veterans, people with different abilities, and subject matter experts to unlock the value of data to improve the delivery of public services and mission critical national security programs. Every Enabled solution starts with a team of highly-trained, US based data analysts that have both subject-matter expertise as well as a deep understanding of the best techniques and tools for AI data annotation, model development, and testing and evaluation.
At EI we respect and celebrate individuals from all walks of life. Our different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and way of thinking make us stronger together and result in the most accurate and reliable AI solutions for our clients. We are extremely committed to a culture and environment where excellence can be achieved! If the idea of working in a collaborative, energetic and people focused environment where we are working together to build something meaningful excites you, Enabled Intelligence might just be the team you are looking for!
Data Annotation Supervisor
At Enabled Intelligence we believe in the value of investing in our people. By providing individualized, hands-on support to our diverse workforce, we have been able to create a superpowered team. The Data Annotation Supervisor is a critical piece of what makes our team so successful. Each supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management of up to 20 Data Annotators including insuring team members are following company policies and have the support and Resouces they need to be successful at their job. If the idea of working in a collaborative, energetic and people focused environment where we are working together to build something meaningful excites you, Enabled Intelligence might just be the team you are looking for!
Responsibilities
  • Ownership of your team member's performance metrics including weekly review of metrics and development of performance remediation plans to help team member improve by collaborating with Project Managers, the Quality Team and Training Team
  • Ensure that your team members have the resources they need to be successful including provide job coaching and guidance on individual performance, job efficiency, professional skill development, time management, professional communication skills, teamwork, and inter-employee interaction
  • Facilitate and support performance feedback discussions when a team member is not following a policy, is having behavioral issues or is having performance issues on a project
  • Ensure that your team members are following all Enabled Intelligence polices and procedures
  • Documentation of all performance or behavioral issues
  • Track punctuality and attendance
  • Review and approve time off requests
  • Monitor and audit timecards to ensure annotators are billing their time correctly
  • Advocate for your Data Annotator team members by connecting them with the appropriate resource if they need workplace accommodations, additional assistance with an HR matter, technical support or help on a project
  • Collaborate with the Director of Data Annotation on what skill sets your team members have and what projects best match those skills and experience for appropriate project staffing
  • Manage annual performance reviews for each member of your team members
  • Assist with onboarding of new Data Annotators

Required Qualifications and Skills
  • Ability to take ownership, take initiative, problem solve and work independently
  • Ability to work with people with different and unique communication, learning and working styles in a people first culture
  • Ability to have difficult performance or behavioral improvement conversations with team members
  • Strong communication, presentation, collaboration and problem-solving skills
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Excell, PowerPoint and Word
  • Ability to work onsite Monday-Friday at the St. Louis Enabled Intelligence Office
  • Very occasional travel to the Falls Church, VA headquarters office.

Desired Qualifications and Skills
  • Previous supervisory or people management experience
  • Previous experience training entry level employees
  • Previous experience working with people who are Neurodivergent
  • Pervious data annotation experience
  • Previous experience working with U.S. government programs or federal contracts

Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Background & Security Clearance
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a standard background investigation. US security clearance is not required for this role

Work Location
  • Enabled Intelligence offices in St. Louis, MO.

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