Audio Data Annotation Specialist

What To Expect
The Data Annotation Specialist is responsible for annotating time-based and frequency-based audio data. Serving as the ground truth, accurately labeled data is the foundation and critical ingredient for training powerful models.

This role works cohesively with our engineering and production teams to build factory tools and advanced diagnostic systems. Accurate data annotation is essential to the successful buildout and deployment of these systems. A successful candidate will have high attention to detail, an appreciation for data integrity, and the drive to produce the best possible dataset. In this role you will work with a user interface to label a large variety of incoming audio data.

What You'll Do

Label audio files with high accuracy and attention to detail

Collaborate with computer engineers to design and improve the labeling interface

Gain basic machine learning knowledge to understand how labels are used by our learning algorithms

Make informed judgment calls on difficult edge cases during labeling

Work closely with the team to ensure consistency and quality in labeling

Identify and report any issues or inconsistencies in the labeling process

Continuously improve labeling efficiency and accuracy

What You'll Bring

Degree in Music or Film or equivalent experience

Evidence of exceptional ability

Previous work experience as vehicle technician with basic understanding of Noise, Vibration, & Harshness (NVH) is a plus

Experience in mixing or mastering is a plus

Ability to discern, breakdown, and understand the extreme nuances of sound

Able to work in a fast-paced environment, learn quickly and be able to prioritize assignments

Proficient computer skills utilizing keyboard/mouse

Must be reliable and have good initiative with a commitment to quality

Valid driver's license required

Interest in machine learning or neural networks is a plus

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$28.75 - $35.04/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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