French Data Labeling Associate - WA based

Job Summary

This is not a traditional annotation role. You will be working at the intersection of human judgment and machine learning, evaluating how cutting-edge AI systems handle French language nuances, cultural context, and safety boundaries.

About the Role

Welo Data is looking for Data Labeling Associates for Project Perseus. This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional data work and play a direct role in how AI systems are evaluated and improved. The work is fast-moving, collaborative, and increasingly central to how modern AI systems are built and deployed.

Responsibilities

• Model Evaluation: Critique French AI outputs for accuracy, fluency, and tone, providing structured feedback to drive model improvement.
• Safety Engineering: Use your 2+ years of GenAI safety experience to identify bias, risks, and failure modes in French datasets.
• Guideline Evolution: Apply complex linguistic guidelines thoughtfully and help refine evaluation frameworks to reflect real-world French dialects and contexts.
• Strategic Insights: Identify trends in model performance and communicate findings clearly to technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative Calibration: Participate in team syncs to ensure consistent quality across global AI workstreams.

Requirements

• Linguistic Mastery: Native-level French proficiency and a University Degree (Bachelor’s or higher).
• English Proficiency: B2 level or superior English skills to navigate technical guidelines and stakeholder syncs.
• Professional Writing: 1–2 years of experience in professional writing, journalism, or content creation.
• AI Safety Expertise: 2+ years of experience focusing on Safety & Trust in Generative AI data delivery.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to make sound judgment calls in ambiguous "grey area" scenarios.
• Technical Agility: A natural curiosity about LLMs and the confidence to flag issues when a model's behavior feels "off."

Qualifications

• W2 Full-Time Employee
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Location: Washington State On-Site (Redmond, Seattle, or Bellevue)
• Pay Rate: $34 per hour

Benefits

• Gourmet Dining: Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a wide variety of cuisines.
• Snack Suites: Micro-kitchens stocked with premium coffee, beverages, and healthy treats.
• Campus Features: Modern collaborative spaces and unique amenities like rooftop nature parks (at select locations).
• Full Security: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision + 401(k) and HSA eligibility.
• Commuter Support: Free transport, shuttles, and bike-to-work perks.

Pay

$34 per hour

Schedule

40 hours/week