Data Annotation Team Leader

WeRide; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WeRide in Dubai is searching for a skilled professional to lead global teams in data annotation projects. The role focuses on training, quality control, and continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality results while supporting international initiatives.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree, at least 2.5 years of data annotation experience, and be fluent in both English and Chinese. This position emphasizes efficiency, accountability, and excellence in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 years experience in data annotation.
• Able to adapt quickly to project requirements and workflows.
• Experience in data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train global teams for data annotation tasks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement feedback for improvements.
• Design and implement a quality control framework.
• Optimize processes for efficiency and risk management.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality data.

Skills

Data analysis techniques

Fluent in English

Fluent in Chinese

Data cleaning and preprocessing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, Train & Empower Global Teams: Drive the training and development of overseas data annotators, serving as the go-to expert for daily guidance and Q&A support. Proactively document recurring challenges, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions to elevate team performance and consistency.
• Turn Feedback into Continuous Improvement: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to monitor feedback and acceptance outcomes. Translate insights into actionable improvements by refining annotation methodologies and enhancing guidelines — ensuring quality standards are not only met but consistently exceeded.
• Champion Quality Excellence: Design and implement a robust quality control framework that oversees the entire annotation lifecycle. Establish clear evaluation metrics, conduct comprehensive audits, and safeguard project integrity by preventing substandard data from progressing downstream.
• Optimize Processes & Drive Efficiency: Anticipate operational risks and identify potential team management challenges before they arise. Leverage hands‑on experience to recommend smart process enhancements and efficiency strategies that strengthen overall project execution.
• Deliver with Precision & Accountability: Own project timelines and quality benchmarks by strategically planning workloads and coordinating resources effectively. Ensure high‑quality data is delivered on schedule, meeting — and surpassing — client expectations.

Job Requirements

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
  • Minimum 2.5 years experience in data annotation is required.
  • Able to quickly understand project requirements and adapt to operational workflows.
• Language Proficiency
  • English and Chinese (written and spoken) is a MUST.
  • Able to read and interpret English annotation guidelines and technical documentation accurately.
  • Capable of supporting data annotation tasks for international projects.
• Technical & Analytical Skills
  • Familiar with fundamental data analysis techniques, including descriptive statistics, data cleaning, and preprocessing.
  • Proficient in using data analysis tools to perform basic analysis on annotated datasets.
  • Able to provide data‑driven insights and recommendations to support annotation quality and decision‑making.
  • Experience in Data Annotation is preferable.