DataAnnotation.tech
Remote AI training platform offering flexible data annotation, coding, and STEM projects to help advance artificial intelligence.
- Open jobs
- 142
- Typical pay
- $40–$125/hr
- Rating
- 0.0
- Would recommend
- 0%
- Work type
- AI Training
- Company size
- 51-200
- Headquarters
- New York, USA
About DataAnnotation.tech
DataAnnotation.tech is a remote-first AI training platform founded in 2021 and headquartered in New York City. The platform connects freelance contributors with data annotation projects that help train and improve AI systems. Tasks range from standard data tagging and labeling to complex projects requiring subject matter expertise in coding, STEM, multilingual content, and professional fields like law, finance, and medicine. Contributors work as independent contractors with fully flexible schedules, choosing their own hours and projects from a 24/7 available task pool. DataAnnotation.tech is believed to be operated by SurgeAI and emphasizes high-quality data production for advancing artificial intelligence. The platform currently accepts workers from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia, with plans to expand to additional regions.
DataAnnotation.tech pay by role
| Role | Pay |
|---|---|
| Generalist writing & review | USD 20–40/hr |
| STEM / specialist tasks | USD 50–100/hr |
Who DataAnnotation.tech hires
DataAnnotation.tech uses a tiered qualification system based on project type. For generalist work, a bachelor's degree or equivalent real-world experience is required, along with strong writing and critical thinking skills, no coding experience is needed. Multilingual projects require native fluency in languages beyond English. Coding projects require programming experience in languages such as Python, JavaScript, HTML, C++, C#, or SQL. STEM projects typically require advanced degrees (Master's or PhD) in mathematics, physics, biology, or chemistry, or a bachelor's degree with over 10 years of professional experience. Professional projects require credentials in fields like law, finance, or medicine. All applicants must complete a Starter Assessment to evaluate their aptitude before accessing projects.
How the DataAnnotation.tech hiring process works
- 1
Create account · about 1 days
Sign up on dataannotation.tech and complete a short profile.
- 2
Skills assessment · about 2 days
Take a written/coding assessment that mirrors real project work.
- 3
Review & qualification · about 7 days
Submissions are reviewed by DataAnnotation's quality team.
- 4
Project matching · about 14 days
Qualified contributors receive invitations to live projects that match their skills.
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DataAnnotation.tech FAQ
Who owns DataAnnotation.tech?
DataAnnotation.tech is operated by Surge Labs, Inc. (Surge AI), a New York-based company founded in 2020 by Edwin Chen (ex-Google, ex-Meta).
What can I earn?
Advertised rates $20–$60+/hr. By project type: General $25–$30+/hr; Multilingual $20–$30+/hr; Coding up to $50–$75/hr; STEM $40+/hr (typically requires Master's/PhD or equivalent).
How do reviewers rate the platform?
4.0/5 on Glassdoor across 158 AI Trainer reviews; 1,465+ reviews on Indeed with mixed feedback, reliable on-time pay, but some workers report account bans without clear explanation and inconsistent task availability.
How does pay work?
Set per-task by the platform; payment cycles run regularly to verified contributors, independent contractor relationship, not employment.
How much does DataAnnotation.tech pay?
Across 142 open DataAnnotation.tech listings with posted pay, the median is $125 per hour, and most pay between $40 and $125 per hour.
Is DataAnnotation.tech hiring right now?
Yes. DataAnnotation.tech has 142 open AI training jobs listed here, updated daily.