Contractor Technical Lead

Digital Divide Data is hiring a remote Contractor Technical Lead. The career level for this job opening is Experienced and is accepting Nairobi, Kenya based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.

Digital Divide Data

Job Title

Technical Lead

Posted

Career Level

Contractor

Career Level

Experienced

Locations Accepted

Nairobi, Kenya

Job Details

Our client is building a high-quality dataset for African languages, focusing on Kenya (Luhya, Gusii, Oromo, and Kamba), Nigeria (Ibibio, Ijaw). The collected data will support AI model development for language processing, particularly in agriculture and health-related topics.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Technical Oversight: Lead the implementation of data recording, processing, and annotation workflows.
  • Machine Learning Support: Utilize Hugging Face Transformers for data processing and NLP model training.
  • System Operations: Ensure smooth operation of MacBook machines for audio recording and data processing.
  • Data Quality Assurance: Oversee the technical aspects of data collection to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with language coordinators and data processors to streamline technical workflows.
  • Troubleshooting & Optimization: Identify and resolve technical challenges in recording, storing, and processing data.

Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in Python, with experience in NLP and data processing.
  • Hands-on experience with Hugging Face Transformers and similar NLP frameworks.
  • Familiarity with MacBook systems and their advanced functionalities for audio recording.

Project Coordination: Support data collection teams and ensure smooth technical execution.

Location: Based in Kenya or Nigeria to facilitate on-the-ground operations.

FAQs

What is the last date for applying to the job?

The deadline to apply for Contractor Technical Lead at Digital Divide Data is 26th of April 2025 . We consider jobs older than one month to have expired.

Which countries are accepted for this remote job?

This job accepts [ Nairobi, Kenya ] applicants. .