jayson mbakaya
@jaysonmbakaya
Detail-oriented data annotator with a passion for multilingual AI.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented and language-focused data annotator with a strong background in transcription, proofreading, and linguistic dataset preparation. My experience includes audio transcription in both Swahili and English, and I am eager to expand my skills to new languages, contributing to multilingual AI projects. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality data, I thrive in environments that prioritize accuracy and clarity.
In my role as a Transcription Assistant at Africa AI Lab, I transcribed conversations for AI training, ensuring high linguistic accuracy and collaborating on projects aimed at enhancing the representation of African languages in AI. My freelance work with Snorkel AI involved labeling large-scale datasets and participating in quality validation with international teams. I have also interned in proofreading and content QA, where I promoted ethical data practices and enforced linguistic quality.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Annotator
Snorkel AI
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Labeled large-scale datasets, including text sentiment, intent, and classification, applying weak supervision frameworks for more efficient annotation. Participated in edge case reviews and quality validation with international teams.
Transcription Assistant
Africa AI Lab
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Transcribed conversations in Swahili and English for AI training purposes, maintaining high linguistic accuracy and marking inaudible or unclear speech. Collaborated on projects to enhance the representation of African languages in AI, adapting quickly to transcription guidelines and quality assurance protocols.
Proofreading & Content QA Intern
Ajira Digital / Ministry of ICT
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Performed content cleanup for NLP and machine learning use, flagging errors and enforcing consistency and linguistic quality. Promoted ethical and inclusive data practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States International University - Africa (USIU-A)
BSc. Applied Computer Technology, Applied Computer Technology
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Technology. This program focused on the practical applications of computer science and technology.
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