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Data Labeling Specialist (ENTRY LEVEL)

Data Labeling Specialist (ENTRY LEVEL)

Aerotek

San Jose, CA

$30/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

🚀 Data Labeling Specialist – AI & Robotics

💡 No prior experience required — All training will be provided

Join our mission to build the world’s first general-purpose humanoid robot. As a Data Labeling Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in training advanced AI systems by annotating images and video streams with precision and consistency.

⏰ Shift Hours
  • Shift 1: 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Shift 2: 10:00 PM – 7:30 AM
đź“… Shift Day Patterns

You can pair your chosen shift with one of these weekly rotations:

  • Wednesday – Sunday
  • Thursday – Monday
  • Friday – Tuesday
  • Saturday – Wednesday

(You’ll need to choose one of these shifts)

🔧 What You’ll Do
  • Label robot data including objects, poses, and interactions
  • Ensure annotation quality through consistency and QA checks
  • Flag edge cases and collaborate with ML engineers
  • Manage datasets and track progress in production workflows
  • Contribute feedback to improve tools and processes
🌟 What We’re Looking For
  • Attention to detail and logical consistency
  • Comfort with software tools and data entry
  • Experience in data labeling or management
  • Quality-focused mindset with patience for repetitive tasks
  • Clear communication and teamwork
đź’ˇ Why Join Us
  • Be part of an early-stage robotics company shaping the future of AI
  • Work in a fast-paced, collaborative lab environment
  • Competitive pay and clear growth opportunities

📌 Note: Mr. Prince – Recruiter from Aerotek– will reach out to you within 24 hours of application.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.