Simplified Chinese language Freelance AI Data Annotator (Transcription)

Perit AI (YC F26); Malaysia; Remote; MYR 56,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Perit AI (YC F26) is hiring a full-time remote Freelance AI Data Annotator (Transcription) focusing on Simplified Chinese. You will transcribe content accurately, label data per guidelines, and review AI outputs while keeping data private.

Flexible hours and independent work style emphasized. Candidates should be native or near-native Simplified Chinese, with strong transcription skills, good English instructions, and experience in data annotation for AI/ML projects.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native Simplified Chinese with strong English reading comprehension.
• Excellent transcription skills with accurate typing and guideline compliance.
• Experience with data annotation or labeling for AI/ML projects is beneficial.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to follow complex instructions consistently.
• Familiar with online tools, annotation interfaces, and productivity software.
• Reliable internet, suitable remote setup, and ability to work independently.
• Prior linguistics/translation background is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe Simplified Chinese audio/text accurately according to guidelines.
• Annotate data and provide context/metadata to improve model performance.
• Review and refine AI-generated outputs for quality and consistency.
• Meet quality and productivity targets and maintain data privacy.
• Collaborate with project managers and work with flexible hours.

Skills

Simplified Chinese

English comprehension

Transcription skills

Data annotation

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Linguistics background (beneficial)

Tools

Spreadsheets

Annotation interfaces

Productivity software

Job description

Company Description

Perit AI (YC F26) specializes in sourcing and structuring expert judgment to power next-generation artificial intelligence models. The company assembles vetted domain experts to create high-quality training data that leading AI research labs cannot generate on their own. By focusing on rigor, reliability, and nuanced human judgment, Perit enables models to learn from the best possible examples. Team members contribute directly to advancing the frontier of AI capabilities through careful data annotation and evaluation.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote Freelance AI Data Annotator (Transcription) role focused on Simplified Chinese language data. In this role, you will listen to or read Simplified Chinese audio and text, accurately transcribe content, and annotate data according to detailed labeling guidelines. You will review and refine AI-generated outputs, provide corrections, and add context or metadata to improve model performance. Day-to-day tasks include following annotation protocols, meeting quality and productivity targets, collaborating with project managers, and maintaining strict data privacy and confidentiality. You will work independently with flexible hours while ensuring consistency, precision, and timely delivery of assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Simplified Chinese (native or near-native) and solid English reading comprehension for instructions and communication.
• Excellent transcription skills, including accurate typing, attention to detail, and the ability to follow linguistic and formatting guidelines.
• Experience with data annotation, labeling, or evaluation tasks for AI/ML projects is highly beneficial.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to apply complex instructions consistently across large datasets.
• Comfort working with online tools and platforms, including basic familiarity with spreadsheets, web-based annotation interfaces, and productivity software.
• Reliable internet connection, a suitable computer setup, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines, maintaining quality standards, and handling confidential information responsibly.
• Prior experience in linguistics, translation, localization, or language-related work is a plus; a relevant academic background is helpful but not required.