[Hiring] Data Collection Specialist REMOTE USA

Position: Data Collection Specialist (Software Engineer – Contract)

Date Posted: April 14, 2026

Industry: Artificial Intelligence / Data Collection / Software Engineering

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: Not Specified (Prior QA / Data Collection Experience Preferred)

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Related Field (Preferred)

Salary: $65 per hour (Up to $65/hr)

Location: United States (Remote)

Company: Mercor

Description:

Mercor is a leading talent network connecting highly skilled creative and technical professionals with top AI research labs. The company works with cutting-edge AI organizations and is backed by prominent investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

The organization is currently hiring a Data Collection Specialist (Software Engineer – Contract Role) to support AI training data workflows by recording, annotating, and documenting software processes with precision and clarity.

This is a remote contract opportunity requiring strong attention to detail, technical familiarity with development tools, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high-quality output.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record screen sessions demonstrating specific workflows with clear verbal explanations at each step

• Annotate screenshots of professional software by marking relevant UI elements using precise bounding boxes

• Follow structured staging instructions to configure required UI environments before recording tasks

• Use internal capture tools to document workflows accurately and consistently

• Ensure all tasks meet strict quality standards and adhere to detailed guidelines

• Work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced remote environment

Requirements:

• Strong familiarity with tools such as Visual Studio Code, Android Studio, Quartus, and VMware

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions accurately

• Ability to work independently with strong time management skills

• Access to a physical Mac system and ability to create a fresh macOS user profile if required

• Fluent English communication skills

• Prior experience in data annotation, QA testing, or workflow documentation is a plus

• Comfortable learning and adapting to new tools and staged environments

Application Process (20–30 minutes):

• Submit resume upload
• Complete AI-based interview
• Fill out application form

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