DataForce
TransPerfect's AI data platform with 1M+ contributors worldwide providing data collection, annotation, and labeling for speech, NLP, and computer vision.
What is DataForce?
DataForce is a worldwide data collection and labeling platform operating as a division of TransPerfect, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, with TransPerfect's global offices spanning over 100 cities. The platform leverages a vast network of over one million data contributors, scientists, and engineers to generate high-quality, structured training data for AI systems. Services encompass speech data, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and conversational AI through data annotation, collection, and user studies. DataForce serves clients across technology, automotive, life sciences, and other sectors, emphasizing bias reduction and data quality to ensure effective AI models. Unlike open registration platforms, DataForce operates on a project-application basis, offering flexible, part-time freelance positions including internet evaluation, search engine rating, and various annotation tasks. Contributors can work remotely from anywhere with flexible schedules.
Mission & values
Deliver high-quality multimodal AI training data and language services through TransPerfect's 160-office, 10,000-employee global network.
Qualifications
DataForce does not allow open registration — individuals apply for specific projects matching their skills and language profiles. Strong computer skills and proficiency navigating annotation tools and software are essential. Attention to detail is paramount for accurate data labeling, as even small errors can negatively impact AI model performance. Effective time management, adaptability to new techniques and guidelines, and problem-solving abilities are valued. For transcription tasks, good listening skills and typing accuracy are important. Familiarity with programming languages like Python, R, or Java can be beneficial for certain roles. No specific degree is universally required, though language proficiency matching the target project is essential. Both remote and in-person positions are available within the global contributor community.
Leadership
Phil Shawe
President & CEO, TransPerfect (parent)
Co-founded TransPerfect in 1992 from an NYU dorm room. Sole CEO since May 2018. Has grown the parent into a $1B+ global organization with 10,000+ employees and 160 offices in 140+ cities.
Hiring process
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1
Sign up at the DataForce Community
Create an account at dataforcecommunity.transperfect.com.
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2
Build your profile
List languages, locale, expertise, and equipment (microphone, camera, etc.).
About 1 day
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3
Take qualification tests
Pass language-pair and skill assessments to access projects.
About 3 days
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4
Pick up projects
Audio recording, transcription, translation, image collection, content moderation, AI annotation, etc.
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5
Get paid
Project payouts processed per agreement — TransPerfect is one of the largest language services providers globally.
About 7 days
Funding
Awards & recognition
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TransPerfect — $1B+ revenue language-services company
TransPerfect
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160 offices in 140+ cities globally
TransPerfect
Company information
- Industry: AI Data Services
- Location: Frankfurt, Germany
- Founded: 1992
- Employees: 10,000
- Website: www.dataforce.ai ↗
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