Matías Castro
@matascastro
Experienced Data Annotator with a strong QA background and leadership skills.
What I'm looking for
With over 10 years of experience in Manual QA and a recent focus on data annotation, I have honed my skills in leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability. My journey has taken me from game testing to AI-driven object tracking solutions, where I have contributed significantly to AI model training through advanced techniques like RLHF and SFT.
Currently, I work as a Data Annotator, where I annotate datasets across various formats, ensuring high-quality outputs by adhering to strict guidelines. My experience spans multiple roles, including QA Analyst and Test Lead, where I have developed robust testing processes and mentored teams to enhance performance. I thrive in dynamic environments and excel at improving workflows while maintaining exceptional communication skills.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Annotator/AI Tutor (Generalist/Linguist/Structured Data Generation)
DataAnnotation Tech
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Engineered complex prompts in English and Spanish for LLM training and evaluated LLM responses across multiple dimensions. Annotated audio and video datasets to support AI model development and reviewed peer submissions for consistency and quality.
Data Annotator
Alignerr & Appen
Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)
Annotated diverse datasets including image, audio, video, and text using Labelbox. Contributed to AI model training through RLHF and SFT techniques, including LLM fine-tuning, while ensuring high-quality annotations by adhering to strict guidelines.
Ssr Manual QA
Clarika
Jun 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 1 month)
Defined and documented comprehensive QA processes, including regression testing and metrics tracking. Successfully migrated and reorganized test cases using Zephyr, and implemented Gherkin for efficient test case design and peer review processes.
SSr QC Analyst
Hewlett-Packard
May 2011 - Feb 2012 (9 months)
Performed ambiguity analysis on requirement documents to identify potential issues early in the development process. Designed and executed detailed test cases for marketing applications, and reported defects with clear documentation for efficient resolution by developers.
Ssr QC Analyst
Number8
Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)
Designed and executed test cases for both web and mobile applications, effectively reporting defects and tracking resolutions using Jira. Contributed significantly to defining user stories and suggesting product improvements.
Test Lead
Globant
Jan 2010 - May 2011 (1 year 4 months)
Led a team of nine testers on Facebook game projects, including one that won Best Facebook Game of the Year in 2010. Implemented a night shift for three months to meet critical deadlines and mentored team members to improve performance and resolve conflicts.
QA Lead
Gameloft
Oct 2007 - Jun 2008 (8 months)
Managed a team of seven testers, coordinating effectively between developers, testers, and producers to streamline workflows. Conducted thorough tester evaluations and contributed significantly to strategic decision-making processes for the QA area.
QA Tester
Gameloft
May 2007 - Sep 2007 (4 months)
Was one of the first three members to start the Córdoba QA team, actively contributing to testing and quality assurance processes for game development. Played a foundational role in establishing initial QA operations.
QA Tester
Globant
Actively participated in comprehensive testing and quality assurance processes specifically for game development projects. Contributed to ensuring the high quality and functionality of various gaming titles.
Sr QC Analyst
Globant
Feb 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year 7 months)
Developed a testing system for an AI-driven object recognition platform, creating video-based test footage using VFX techniques to overcome real-world constraints. Refined the AI model by annotating hundreds of hours of video footage, ensuring high-quality training data, and collaborated with the data science team to optimize model performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University of Córdoba
Licenciatura en Cine y TV, Film and TV
Currently pursuing a degree in Film and TV. This program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of cinematic and television production.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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