Data Annotation Specialist - German Writer/Translator

Cohere; Canada; Remote; CAD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

Cohere is looking for a Data Annotation Specialist to support the improvement of our large language models. This part-time independent contractor position is based in Canada, requiring a minimum of 16 hours per week, compensated at a rate of 30 CAD per hour for a 12-month contract. Key responsibilities include labeling machine-learning data, auditing language data, and evaluating preference-based tasks in German. Applicants should have native proficiency in German and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in German and excellent command of English.
• Strong reading and writing skills; will be assessed on a written test.
• Basic familiarity with JSON, TSV, CSV, and Markdown data manipulation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow complex instructions and navigate ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Label and rank machine-learning data with proficiency in German.
• Audit and correct inaccuracies in language data.
• Complete reading and text-based assignments with attention to detail.
• Evaluate tasks and recommend optimizations for data quality.

Skills

Proficiency in German

Attention to detail

Time-management skills

Data manipulation (JSON, TSV, CSV, Markdown)

Job description

About Cohere

We’re training and deploying frontier AI models to help developers and enterprises build next‑generation AI systems. Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity.

Role Summary

We’re looking for a data annotation specialist to support the improvement of our large language models. This is a part‑time independent contractor position based in Canada, requiring a minimum of 16 hours per week at a rate of 30 CAD per hour for a 12‑month contract.

Responsibilities

• Label and rank machine‑learning data with advanced proficiency in German, ensuring data integrity and quality.
• Audit and correct inaccuracies in language data, including text, images, JSON, TSV/CSV and Markdown.
• Complete reading and text‑based assignments with high attention to detail.
• Evaluate preference‑based tasks, selecting responses in German that best conform to project guidelines.
• Recommend optimizations to improve data quality and model performance in German language tasks.
• Collaborate and provide feedback to cross‑functional team members.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail while performing repetitive and precise tasks.

Qualifications

• Native or near‑native proficiency in German; excellent command of English.
• Strong reading and writing skills; will be assessed on a written test.
• Basic familiarity with JSON, TSV, CSV, and Markdown data manipulation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• High tolerance for repetitive and monotonous work.
• Ability to follow complex instructions, navigate ambiguity, and work independently.
• Excellent time‑management and sense of urgency.
• Curiosity about technology and a knack for creative problem‑solving.
• Reliable laptop (BYOD).

Contractual Information

Independent contractor; you control how you complete work and may work with multiple clients. No health benefits or other employee benefits. Compensation is invoiced per the independent contractor agreement. Work is project‑based; continuous work is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Please submit an Accommodations Request Form if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.