ES Annotator Specialist, Community Moderation

Description

Our overall mission is simple: To be earths most customer centric company. We want Amazon to be the place where our customers can find, discover and buy anything online. Whatever our customers want, we will find the means to deliver it. With your help, Amazon will deliver world class AI generated experiences to our customers.

We are seeking a dedicated Annotation Specialist to join our team and contribute to the development and enhancement of advanced natural language processing models. As an Annotator, you will be responsible for creating high-quality annotated datasets that will be used to train and improve generative AI models. Your meticulous attention to detail and linguistic expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of our models.

Key job responsibilities

Annotation Creation: Develop annotated datasets by carefully annotating and labeling diverse text samples.

Domain Expertise: Gain proficiency in understanding and annotating texts across various experiences, organizations and more, to support the creation of specialized models.

A day in the life

You will provide labels and annotation for various projects across our organizations, some projects will last longer than others, but expect a variation of different label and annotation requests month to month.

About The Team

Our team is passionate about human motivation and behavior and uses machine learning, classification algorithms and scalable platform services to have a cross-org impact every day. We evaluate user research, customer experience knowledge, data, and cross-Amazon Moderation expertise to ensure other teams think about customer trust.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Cape Town, ZAF

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must have completed a Matric/Grade 12/NQF4 or equivalent of higher qualification (S) Proficiency in multiple languages, both spoken and written, with a keen eye for linguistic nuances in Spanish and English. Strong understanding of linguistic concepts, grammar, syntax, and language variations. Detail-oriented with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in Spanish to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in using annotation tools and software. Ethical and professional approach to handling sensitive data and maintaining confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in linguistic annotation, data labeling, or similar roles is a plus. Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning concepts is advantageous. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Company - Amazon Development Centre (South Africa) (Proprietary) Limited

Job ID: A2515467