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Centific Global Solutions

Bilingual Annotator

Redmond, WA · On-site

$22/hr

Bilingual Annotator Hourly Rate: $22/Hr (Weekly 40 hours) Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite) Languages ... Native speaker of the target language with English proficiency * Must be authorized to work in the ...

Expert Technology Services

Data Annotator

Irving, TX · On-site

$109K - $132K/yr

Data Annotator & QA Reviewer - Autonomy & Robotics (Mining) - Perform manual data annotation and quality assurance (QA) review for perception and VLA (Vision-Language-Action) data, including video ...

Centific

Malay Data Annotator

Redmond, WA · On-site

Malay Data Annotator Location: Redmond, WA Type: Full‑time ... Native speaker of the target language with English proficiency * Must be authorized to work in the ...

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Centific

AI Data Annotator

Redmond, WA · On-site

$128K - $154K/yr

Role: AI Data Annotator Location: Redmond, WA - Onsite Full-time with Centific Overview ... Prior translation experience in the target language is preferred but not required. - Scope: review ...

Jobtailor

Lead Generative AI Analyst

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180 - $230/hr

Large Language Models * Annotator Metrics * Labeling Initiatives * Creative Writing * Stakeholder Guidelines * Toxic Content Management * Research Collaboration * Product Management * Customer ...

e2f, inc.

We are looking for an AI Quality Control Specialist - Dutch Language (NL) who can analyze, validate ... Feedback that improves annotator performance and overall output quality. * Contribution to a ...

Careerflow

Japanese Data Annotator

$640/wk

Job Title We are looking for native or fluent language speakers to help train AI systems by reviewing and annotating content in their language. This is a long-term, remote gig. No prior experience is ...

Retell AI

Senior Language Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $290K/yr

... A annotator output. * Build data processing and cleaning pipelines that align datasets to ... A strong applied ML background in language or audio modeling - ideally having contributed to the ...

Grid Dynamics Holdings

Technical Project Manager

Design and enforce rigorous data auditing processes, measuring metrics like Inter-Annotator ... for Large Language Models (LLMs). * Basic understanding of Python or automation scripts to ...

Visa Hunt

Senior Language Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200 - $290/hr

... A annotator output. * Build data processing and cleaning pipelines that align datasets to ... A strong applied ML background in language or audio modeling -- ideally having contributed to the ...

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Apple

Creative Producer - Special Projects

Cupertino, CA · On-site

... expert annotator - building the guidelines, taxonomies, and decision trees that empower cross ... Deep fluency in facial expression, micro-expression, body language, vocal modulation, and emotional ...

Apple

Data Scientist, AIML Data Scientist

Cupertino, CA

$175K - $263K/yr

Analyze trends across projects to identify patterns in annotator performance, task complexity, and ... Experience with the deployment of Large Language Models / Generative AI in service of efficiency in ...

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How much do language annotator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for language annotator in the United States is $44,079.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $50,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a language annotator?

Language Annotators are professionals who label, categorize, and tag text, audio, or speech data to help train and improve natural language processing systems and AI models. Their work involves identifying linguistic features such as parts of speech, named entities, sentiment, or intent in language data. Language Annotators play a crucial role in making AI technologies like chatbots, translation tools, and voice assistants more accurate and effective. They often work with large datasets and follow specific guidelines to ensure consistency and quality in the annotations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a language annotator?

To thrive as a Language Annotator, you need strong linguistic knowledge, attention to detail, and typically a background in linguistics or a related field. Familiarity with annotation tools, text analysis software, and version control systems like Git is often required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to follow detailed guidelines are essential soft skills. These skills ensure the production of high-quality, consistent data crucial for training effective language models and supporting NLP research.

What are common challenges faced by language annotators, and how can they be managed?

Language Annotators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency in annotation, managing large volumes of data, and adapting to evolving guidelines. To address these, it's important to communicate regularly with team members, participate in calibration sessions, and seek clarification when guidelines are unclear. Utilizing annotation tools efficiently and staying organized can also help manage workload and ensure high-quality results.
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Infographic showing various Language Annotator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,079 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Ukrainian Language Annotator

AeroVironment

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$61K - $107K/yr

Part-time

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The UkrainianLanguage Annotator will support the research, development, and evaluation of advanced analytic technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for annotating and analyzing Ukrainianlanguage data (alongside English) across various formats, including video, image, speech, and text. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional Ukrainianlinguistic capabilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to maintain rigorous quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Review, annotate, and analyze Ukrainianand English language data across text, audio, video, and image formats.

  • Identify, source, and prepare relevant Ukrainian-language datasets for the annotation pipeline.

  • Apply complex annotation guidelines consistently to maintain high-quality, culturally and linguistically accurate datasets.

  • Meet established production milestones and quality benchmarks both independently and collaboratively.

  • Work closely with research and development teams to refine guidelines and improve analytic technologies based on linguistic insights.

Basic Qualifications

  • Native or near-native fluency in Ukrainian, with strong reading, writing, and listening comprehension skills, alongside professional proficiency in English.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with an uncompromising attention to detail.

  • Proven ability to work productively both independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.

  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications

  • Prior experience in data annotation, transcription, translation, or linguistic analysis (specifically Vietnamese-to-English or vice versa).

  • Familiarity with Ukrainiandialects, regional slang, or specific cultural nuances.

  • Experience with annotation tools or data labeling software.


Clearance Level

Top Secret with Poly

The salary range for this role is:

$61,500 - $107,500

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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