Data Collection Operations Specialist (Contract)

Your Personal AI AS; United States; Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote contract role

Job summary

Your Personal AI AS is seeking an experienced operations professional to manage data acquisition infrastructure supporting AI model development. This contract role requires exceptional operational acumen and the ability to scale complex workflows.

You will oversee multiple data programs (speech, visual, textual, and audio), drive scalable frameworks, and ensure quality above 95% while complying with governance and regulatory requirements. Remote contract role with European time‑zone flexibility.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of operational management experience in data-intensive environments (crowdsourcing platforms, research operations, content moderation, or similar).
• Experience managing distributed contributor networks (100+ simultaneous participants).
• Proven ability to meet aggressive performance targets while maintaining high quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end execution of multiple data acquisition programs across speech, visual, textual, and audio streams.
• Develop scalable operational frameworks to hit volumetric targets with stringent quality thresholds.
• Design contributor engagement strategies for recruitment, onboarding, retention, and task completion.

Skills

Operations management

Stakeholder management

Quality assurance

Data analytics

Process automation

Tools

Workflow management tools

Data tracking platforms

Job description

We are seeking an experienced operations professional to manage critical data acquisition infrastructure supporting advanced AI model development. This contract role requires exceptional operational acumen, demonstrated ability to scale complex workflows, and meticulous attention to quality standards across high-volume data collection initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Strategic Operations Management
  • Oversee end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent data acquisition programs encompassing speech, visual, textual, and audio content streams
  • Develop and implement scalable operational frameworks ensuring consistent achievement of volumetric targets while maintaining stringent quality thresholds
  • Drive continuous process improvement through systematic identification and elimination of operational inefficiencies
• Stakeholder & Contributor Management
  • Design comprehensive contributor engagement strategies optimizing recruitment, onboarding, retention, and successful task completion
  • Establish robust support infrastructure delivering timely resolution of technical and procedural inquiries
  • Cultivate productive relationships with internal stakeholders through transparent communication and data-driven insights
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Implement rigorous quality control methodologies maintaining data acceptance rates exceeding 95%
  • Ensure strict adherence to data governance protocols, consent management, and regulatory requirements
  • Develop predictive quality indicators enabling proactive intervention and remediation
• Performance Analytics & Reporting
  • Generate comprehensive operational intelligence providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making
  • Establish KPI frameworks measuring throughput, quality, efficiency, and contributor satisfaction
  • Deliver regular executive summaries highlighting achievements, challenges, and optimization opportunities

Working Arrangements

This position offers complete location flexibility within European time zones. Candidates must maintain reliable high-speed internet connectivity and professional home office environment conducive to managing distributed operations.

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should demonstrate clear alignment with outlined competencies and provide specific examples of operational excellence in similar environments.

We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates with non-traditional backgrounds who possess relevant transferable skills.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications
  • Professional Experience Minimum 1-3 years operational management experience within data-intensive environments (crowdsourcing platforms, research operations, content moderation, or similar domains)
  • Demonstrated success managing distributed contributor networks (100+ simultaneous participants)
  • Proven ability to meet aggressive performance targets while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Technical & Analytical Competencies
  • Proficiency in operational tools and platforms for workflow management, data tracking, and process automation
  • Strong analytical capabilities with experience translating complex data into actionable operational strategies
  • Familiarity with quality assurance methodologies and statistical sampling techniques
• Communication & Leadership
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages highly valued)
  • Experience delivering technical support through multiple channels (email, chat, ticketing systems)
  • Ability to influence without authority and drive results through collaborative partnerships

Highlights

Lead data collection operations for AI training projects. Manage 100+ contributors, optimize workflows, ensure 95%+ quality standards. Remote contract role. 1-3 years ops experience required. Originally posted on Himalayas