French Annotation Specialist

Company Overview
Objectways is a global AI data solutions provider specializing in human-in-the-loop data annotation, data collection, and content moderation for training AI systems. The company works with enterprise clients across industries, delivering accurate, structured data to power machine learning and natural language processing models. Objectways is committed to secure data processing, compliance (e.g., SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001), and ethical AI practices.

Job Title
French Annotation Specialist / French Language Annotator

Role Summary
The French Annotation Specialist plays a key role in preparing high-quality annotated datasets in the French language for AI/ML applications. This role ensures precise and culturally accurate annotation of text/audio/video content to support NLP, speech recognition, content moderation, and AI model training initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Linguistic Annotation & Quality
Annotate and label French text, audio, and/or video content according to project guidelines.
Categorize, tag, and structure data for NLP tasks, including entities, intents, sentiment, speech segments, etc.
Transcribe and edit French media (audio/video) into accurate written text with correct grammar, syntax, and structure.
Ensure annotations adhere to annotation schema and tooling standards.
Accuracy & Consistency
Maintain high accuracy and linguistic integrity in annotated outputs.
Perform quality checks, revisions, and error corrections.
Work with QA leads to resolve annotation discrepancies.
Collaboration & Process Adherence
Communicate with project managers for clarification on annotation rules or content issues.
Follow internal annotation best practices and data security protocols (privacy, confidentiality).
Delivery & Timelines
Complete annotation tasks within agreed deadlines, maintaining consistently high standards.

Required

Skills & Qualifications

Language & Communication
Fluency in French (written & spoken) — excellent grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Strong command of French linguistics and idiomatic usage.
Technical Annotation Skills
Prior experience in annotation, transcription, or linguistic labeling (text/audio/video).
Comfortable using annotation tools and platforms (training provided as needed).
Attention to Detail
High attention to detail with strong commitment to accuracy.
Team Collaboration
Effective communicator with a proactive attitude to ask questions and resolve issues.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AI/ML data annotation projects.
Familiarity with NLP concepts and annotation guidelines.
Prior transcription or translation work involving French language media.
Work Environment / Culture
Collaborative, inclusive, and people-centered work culture focused on data quality and ethical AI.
Opportunities for continuous learning and contribution to impactful AI systems.
Performance Metrics
Annotation accuracy (error rates below threshold).
Timely delivery of annotated datasets.
Consistent adherence to guidelines and internal review feedback.
Contribution to team quality improvements.