lydia muteti
@lydiamuteti
Kiswahili language specialist focused on accurate AI data annotation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Kiswahili native with over five years' experience in data annotation and language review, working across text, image, audio, and video to improve AI systems. I consistently deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate Kiswahili and English content, maintaining strict accuracy standards and meeting tight targets.
My background includes roles at Sama and Digital Divide Data, where I achieved over 99% accuracy on projects, collaborated with team leads to refine processes, and used tools such as Labelbox, CVAT, and SuperAnnotate. I hold a BA in Linguistics and Translation and completed an Introduction to AI and Machine Learning certification.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Annotator & Reviewer
Samasource
Apr 2021 - Jul 2025 (4 years 3 months)
Reviewed and labeled text, audio, images, and video for AI projects, maintaining over 99% accuracy while meeting daily and weekly targets and improving content clarity in Kiswahili and English.
Data Annotator
Digital Divide Data
Dec 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Annotated text, images, video, and audio for AI training, transcribed Kiswahili and English recordings, and delivered high-volume accurate work within tight timelines following project guidelines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics and Translation
2014 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Translation with coursework focused on language structure, translation practice, and applied linguistics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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