About Us
At Tesla, we're revolutionizing the way the world thinks about energy, transportation, and sustainability. As a leader in the electric vehicle and clean energy industries, we're committed to accelerating the world's transition to a more sustainable future. Our Autopilot Data Annotation organization plays a critical role in this mission, providing the high-quality data that enables our neural networks to learn and improve. We're seeking an experienced Data Annotation Supervisor to lead our team of Data Annotation Specialists and help us achieve our goal of full self-driving.
Job Summary
We're looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Annotation Supervisor to lead our team of Data Annotation Specialists. As a Data Annotation Supervisor, you'll be responsible for overseeing the annotation of 3D and image data for neural network education, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our data, and working closely with engineering teams to launch customer-facing releases. If you have a passion for data, a strong attention to detail, and excellent leadership skills, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
As a Data Annotation Supervisor, you'll be responsible for:
- Conducting ongoing performance management of the team, including creating training plans, tracking progress, and completing monthly analyses and lead general performance reports.
- Evaluating daily performance in proprietary software and reporting daily summaries and organization metrics.
- Working closely with engineers and Autopilot teams to own annotation tips, track technical and operational constraints, and develop documentation and education materials.
- Executing proper headcount allocation among Quality Control and labeling, prioritizing project queues daily as directed by management.
- Ensuring documentation and daily planning for the organization is accurate and continuously updated.
- Performing supervisory duties, including employee development, bi-annual performance reviews, and monthly performance check-ins with Team Leads and Data Annotation Specialists.
- Recognizing employees on a monthly cadence that continuously exceeds expectations.
- Mentoring direct reports and ensuring the organization works as a cohesive unit.
- Accurately controlling timekeeping and attendance via the Kronos system.
What You'll Bring
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- Experience dealing with and motivating medium-sized teams that perform manual operations.
- Ability to control time efficiently, prioritizing responsibilities with the use of order of precedence and completing tasks in a timely manner.
- Commitment to data accuracy and throughput.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for immediate learning systems.
- Proven track record executing and meeting sensitive deadlines.
- Experience dealing with multiple competing responsibilities with limited resources.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex topics in a clear and concise manner.
- Proficiency in large workflow software (JIRA, Excel, etc.).
Benefits
As a full-time Tesla employee, you'll be eligible for a range of benefits, including:
- Aggressive pay, with a salary range of $30-40/hour.
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans, with 2 clinical plan options and $0 payroll deduction.
- Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, with options and $0 paycheck contribution.
- Company-paid (Health Savings Account) HSA contribution while enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna clinical plan with HSA.
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services.
- 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
- Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for income positions), and Paid Holidays.
- Back-up childcare and parenting aid resources.
- Voluntary benefits include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & crime services, and pet insurance.
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs.
- Tesla Babies program.
- Commuter benefits.
- Employee discounts and perks program.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Tesla, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Data Annotation Supervisor, you'll have opportunities to:
- Develop your leadership skills and experience managing a team of Data Annotation Specialists.
- Work closely with engineering teams to launch customer-facing releases and contribute to the development of our Autopilot technology.
- Participate in training and development programs to improve your skills and knowledge in data annotation and neural network education.
- Collaborate with other teams across the company to drive innovation and improve our products and services.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Tesla, we're committed to creating a work environment that's inclusive, diverse, and supportive. As a Data Annotation Supervisor, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about data, innovation, and sustainability. We offer a range of benefits and perks, including:
- A dynamic and fast-paced work environment that's constantly evolving.
- A team of talented and motivated colleagues who are passionate about their work.
- Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and contribute to the development of our Autopilot technology.
- A range of benefits and perks, including flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented leader with a passion for data and innovation, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a Data Annotation Supervisor at Tesla and join our team of talented and motivated colleagues who are shaping the future of transportation and sustainability.
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