Audio Engineer
Mercor
Contract
Software Development
Canada
Hiring from: Canada
About The Job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: AI Tutor – Audio Specialist
Type: Full-time
Compensation: $45–$100/hour
Location: Palo Alto, CA (in-office, 5 days/week) or fully remote
Commitment: 9:00am–5:30pm PST for the first two weeks; then 9:00am–5:30pm in your local timezone
Role Responsibilities
Must-Have
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Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: AI Tutor – Audio Specialist
Type: Full-time
Compensation: $45–$100/hour
Location: Palo Alto, CA (in-office, 5 days/week) or fully remote
Commitment: 9:00am–5:30pm PST for the first two weeks; then 9:00am–5:30pm in your local timezone
Role Responsibilities
- Use proprietary software to label, annotate, and evaluate audio clips, voice recordings, and other sound-based data.
- Deliver curated, high-quality datasets that ensure clarity, professionalism, and accurate sonic representation.
- Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to train models on advanced voice and sound processing capabilities.
- Develop tasks and test sets that improve AI performance in voice modulation, noise reduction, and immersive sound design.
- Support the enhancement of annotation tools and workflows to improve project efficiency and consistency.
Must-Have
- Demonstrated expertise in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong, professional vocal presence suitable for voice recordings and demonstrations.
- Proven experience in audio post-production, sound design, podcasting, or music arrangement, with a deep understanding of acoustics, mixing, and signal processing.
- Proficiency with audio enhancement tools, including waveform analysis, equalization, and format optimization.
- Strong understanding of industry standards, best practices, and equipment used in professional sound editing.
- Excellent communication, technical, and detail-oriented skills.
- Commitment to supporting the development of AI with sophisticated, human-level audio capabilities.
- Portfolio of professional audio work — such as edited tracks, hosted podcasts, or produced compositions — available online or on professional platforms.
- Experience in broadcasting, studio recording, sound design, or roles involving audio critique and optimization.
- $45–100/hour, depending on experience, expertise, and location.
- Payments issued regularly for services rendered.
- Hourly pay is part of a broader rewards structure; benefits vary by country.
- Submit your resume or portfolio to get started.
- Complete a 15-minute screening interview.
- If selected, proceed to:
- A technical deep-dive discussing your audio experience and annotation work.
- A take-home audio challenge focused on sound quality or editing precision.
- A team meet-and-greet with project collaborators.
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]
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