Principal Tech Writer

Mercor; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment firm is seeking a Data Collection Specialist to connect creative talent with AI research labs. This role involves recording screen sessions and annotating screenshots using software tools like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, comfortable meeting deadlines, and must access a physical Mac for work. The position offers remote work and requires fluency in English. Applicants should expect a quick application process, typically taking 20-30 minutes.

Qualifications

• Must have access to a physical Mac.
• Able to create a fresh macOS user profile if required.
• Comfortable meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Record screen sessions with verbal narration.
• Annotate screenshots of professional software.
• Follow staging instructions for UI states.
• Use a custom capture tool for accurate recording.
• Ensure data quality and usability.
• Work independently to meet deadlines.

Skills

Strong familiarity with professional software tools

Detail-oriented

Comfort working independently

Fluent English language skills

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position

Data Collection Specialist

Type

Contract

Compensation

$100/hour

Location

Remote

Commitment

Must have access to a physical Mac

Role Responsibilities

• Record screen sessions demonstrating specific tasks with clear verbal narration explaining each step.
• Annotate screenshots of professional software by drawing precise bounding boxes around relevant UI elements.
• Follow provided staging instructions to set up specific UI states prior to recording.
• Use a custom capture tool to record workflows accurately and consistently.
• Adhere closely to task guidelines to ensure data quality and usability.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality data collection.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Strong familiarity with professional software tools including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Detail-oriented and capable of following precise instructions.
• Comfortable working independently and meeting tight deadlines.
• Access to a physical Mac and ability to create a fresh macOS user profile if required.
• Fluent English language skills.

Preferred

• Prior experience with data collection, annotation, or QA work.
• Experience recording or documenting workflows.
• Comfort working with new tools and staged environments.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.