Data Annotator (Contractor)

Aurelius Systems
Aurelius Systems

IT

Remote

Posted on Jul 14, 2026

Data Annotator – Bounding Box (Contract/Freelance)

About the Role
Aurelius Systems is looking for 2–3 detail-oriented contractors to join our data annotation team. In this role, you'll be drawing and labeling bounding boxes on image datasets used to train machine learning models. This is a remote, flexible, pay-per-annotation contract position.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately draw bounding boxes around specified objects in images according to provided guidelines

  • Maintain consistent labeling quality across large batches

  • Meet minimum output requirements in a fast and timely manner

  • Communicate any data quality issues or ambiguities to the team lead

Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to follow precise labeling instructions

  • Reliable internet connection and a computer capable of running annotation tools

  • Ability to complete a minimum of 500 annotations per engagement

Previous annotation experience is a plus but not required

Compensation & Volume

  • Rate: $0.05 per bounding box annotation.

  • Volume: Batches are assigned as needed, with a minimum annotations per assignment.

  • Contract Type: 1099 contract position.

Our Process

The onboarding process for this role is straightforward:

  1. Apply: Submit your application for review.

  2. Screening Call: Have a quick 10- to 50-minute phone call with our perception engineer.

  3. Assessment: Go over a quick trial run and review our standard operating procedures.

  4. Onboarding: Move forward to the contract-to-hire agreement and receive your first batches to complete against the assigned time window.