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Remote AI training and data labeling jobs in South Africa

Find remote AI training and data labeling jobs open to applicants in South Africa.

  • 100% remote
  • Flexible hours
  • Hourly / per-task pay
  • 609 open roles

KiCad PCB Design Specialist

Create and review KiCad PCB designs, schematics, layouts, and manufacturing files while helping train AI systems. This remote contractor role pays $65 to $123 per hour and requires strong KiCad experience.

KiCadPCB DesignSchematic Capture
General Annotation
Document
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $65–$123/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

OpenSCAD Developer, Parametric CAD Modeling

Create and modify 2D and 3D OpenSCAD models, write parametric scripts, and explain CAD workflows for AI training. Remote contract work pays $65 to $123 per hour.

OpenSCADAutoCAD2D Objects3D Objects
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $65–$123/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Electronics Specialist (LTspice, English)

Earn $65 to $123 per hour as an Electronics Specialist using LTspice to design, simulate, and troubleshoot analog and power-electronics circuits for AI training. Remote contractor work requires strong LTspice skills and English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Electronics EngineeringPCB LayoutCircuit Simulation
Generative AI & RLHF
Document
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $65–$123/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Solar2D Game Developer (Lua and 2D Games)

Create and modify 2D games with Solar2D and Lua, including gameplay systems, animation, physics, interfaces, and performance work. This part-time contractor role pays $70 to $130 per hour and requires English fluency at B2 level or higher.

Solar2DLua Programming2D Game Development
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $70–$130/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Medical Imaging and Segmentation Specialist (3D Slicer)

Analyze and segment CT, MRI, DICOM, and other medical images in 3D Slicer, creating masks, 3D models, and visual outputs. This remote contractor role pays $60 to $112 per hour.

3D SlicerMedical Imaging
Medical & Health
Medical Dicom
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Intermediate level
Hourly · $60–$112/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Electronic Engineer (Qucs-S)

$65 to $123 per hour. Design and simulate analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits in Qucs-S while creating clear technical guidance for AI training.

Qucs-S
General Annotation
Document
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $65–$123/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Python Game Developer (Panda3D)

Create and improve Panda3D games and simulations with Python and C++ for an AI training project. This remote contract pays $50 to $120 per hour and offers flexible scheduling.

GitHubPythonC++Panda3D
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $50–$120/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Engineering Design & Simulation Specialist (SolidWorks)

Build and review SolidWorks mechanical parts and assemblies, then explain your CAD workflow. This part-time contract role pays $65 to $123 per hour.

solidworksparametric-cad-modelingcad-editing
General Annotation
Document
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $65–$123/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

2D Game Developer (Defold) (English)

Develop and improve 2D games in Defold using Lua, game objects, animations, gameplay systems, and UI. This remote contract offers flexible scheduling and $70 to $130 per hour.

Defold
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $70–$130/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Software Engineer (Open 3D Engine)

Build 3D environments and simulations with Open 3D Engine for an AI training project. This remote contractor role pays $70 to $130 per hour and requires O3DE experience, Python or C++, and clear technical explanations.

PythonO3DEC++AWSGame Development
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $70–$130/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Inkscape Design Specialist

Create and refine SVG vector graphics in Inkscape for AI training, explain your design decisions, and record your screen when needed. This remote, part-time contractor role pays $25 to $70 per hour.

InkscapeVector Graphics DesignSVG EditingGraphic DesignIllustrationLogo Design
Image & Video Annotation
Image
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $25–$70/hr

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Business Management Consultant Presentation Review

Review enterprise PowerPoint presentations and business prompts, improve model responses, and explain your judgments. The role requires 3+ years of presentation experience and 20+ hours per week.

Web Design
Generative AI & RLHF
Document
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Nov 3, 2026

PhD Biology Expert / Life Sciences Expert

Use deep biology or life sciences research experience to create difficult scientific problems, evaluate AI model reasoning, and improve benchmarks and training datasets. This remote contractor engagement requires 40 hours per week for up to five weeks.

Communication
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Audio Voice Annotation Trainer (French)

Record natural, unscripted French conversations in scheduled group sessions to help create realistic AI speech data. This remote, entry-level contractor role requires 20+ hours per week and suitable wired audio equipment.

Communication
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · Worldwide
French
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Nov 3, 2026

Finance Research Expert (US SEC Filings)

Research US public company filings, write source-backed finance questions, and evaluate AI model answers. This part-time remote contractor role pays $30 to $85 per hour for work requiring SEC filing and US GAAP knowledge.

Equity ResearchFP&ACorporate FinanceAccounting or AuditInvestor RelationsCredit Analysis
Legal & Finance
Document
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$85/hr

Posted Nov 2, 2026

Godot Game Developer

Build and improve Godot gameplay systems, scenes, assets, and interactive software used in AI training. Pay is $20 to $60 per hour equivalent, paid per task that meets the project specifications.

godot enginegdscriptc#gameplay systems designscene managementasset integration
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Per task · $20–$60/hr equivalent

Posted Nov 2, 2026

Sales and Business Development Expert (English)

Evaluate AI-generated sales content and conversations using at least three years of sales or business development experience. This part-time contract pays $15 to $35 per hour and requires fluent English.

sales strategybusiness developmentwritten communicationverbal communicationfeedback deliveryobjection handling
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $15–$35/hr

Posted Nov 2, 2026

Front End Design Engineer for AI Hardware Evaluation

Review AI model outputs against RTL hardware designs, specifications, reference solutions, and verification tests. Use Verilog and SystemVerilog expertise in a flexible contractor role open worldwide.

PythonVerilogSystemVerilog
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Nov 2, 2026

Software Engineer - Code (Life Sciences)

Create graduate-level life sciences questions and reference answers for AI evaluation. This worldwide, part-time contract role requires advanced research experience and 20+ hours per week.

Chemistry
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Nov 2, 2026

Video Annotation Specialist

Review and classify video segments using clear rubrics and digital annotation tools. This part-time contract role pays $15 to $25 per hour and is open in many countries.

video annotationdata labelingdigital annotation toolsdetail orientationwritten and verbal communication
Image & Video Annotation
Video
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $15–$25/hr

Posted Nov 1, 2026

Music And Sound Annotation Expert

Review field recordings, annotate audible events, compare music clips, and check AI-generated audio descriptions for accuracy. This part-time role pays $30 to $45 per hour and requires 20+ hours weekly, English fluency, and three years of music or audio experience.

analytical listeningmusic theory knowledgeaudio annotationattention to detailwritten communication
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$45/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Computational Life Sciences Designer, Computer Science STEM

Design realistic, multi-step computational life sciences tasks that test AI agents using scientific data, Python, troubleshooting, and verifiable results. This remote five-week contractor assignment pays $280 per approved task.

Computer Science Fundamentals
Coding & Software
Computer Code Programming
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible
Per task · $280/label

Posted Oct 31, 2026

AI Training Project Lead

Lead a 16-week remote AI training project covering multimodal annotation and chatbot evaluation for accounting and finance applications. Coordinate teams, quality, schedules, budgets, and client communication.

Business Analysis
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · Worldwide
English
Part-time · Flexible

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Bilingual Expert (German Audio Evaluation)

Review German audio clips and model outputs for fluency, pronunciation, intonation, and naturalness. This entry-level contract role pays $30 to $65 per hour and requires professional German plus strong written English.

German
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
German, English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$65/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Bilingual Expert (Japanese) Audio Evaluation

Review Japanese audio clips for naturalness, fluency, pronunciation, and intonation, then explain your ratings in English. This part-time contractor role pays $30 to $65 per hour and is open across multiple countries.

Japanese
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
Japanese, English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$65/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Bilingual Expert (French) Audio Evaluation

Review French audio and model speech for fluency, pronunciation, intonation, and naturalness. This remote contractor role pays $30 to $65 per hour and requires professional French fluency plus B2 English.

French
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
French, English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$65/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Bilingual Expert (Korean) Audio Evaluation

Review Korean audio for pronunciation, fluency, intonation, authenticity, and cultural nuance. This remote, part-time contractor role pays $30 to $65 per hour and requires professional Korean and English fluency.

Korean
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
Korean, English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$65/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Bilingual Expert (Hindi Audio Evaluation)

Review Hindi audio clips for fluency, pronunciation, intonation, and linguistic authenticity. This entry-level contractor role pays $30 to $65 per hour, with applications starting through OpenTrain.

HindiVoice RecordingAudio Recording
Audio & Speech
Audio
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
Hindi, English
Part-time · Flexible
Hourly · $30–$65/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Materials Science Expert Technical Evaluation

Create and review difficult materials science problems for AI training, with clear solutions and grading criteria. This fully remote contractor role pays $85 to $185 per hour and offers flexible part-time work.

Technical Depth in a SubdomainEngineering Judgment Under ConstraintsKnowing When an Answer Is WrongMaterial-science
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $85–$185/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

Principal Engineer / Professor Technical Expert

Create and review difficult engineering and physical science problems used to evaluate AI systems. This flexible remote contractor role pays $85 to $185 per hour and is open to experienced technical experts worldwide across listed countries.

Technical Depth in a SubdomainEngineering Judgment Under ConstraintsKnowing When an Answer Is Wrongadvanced engineering and materials
Generative AI & RLHF
Text
Remote · United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria +49 more
English
Part-time · Flexible
Mid-Senior level
Hourly · $85–$185/hr

Posted Oct 31, 2026

What this work can involve

AI training and data labeling work helps prepare and review examples used by artificial-intelligence systems. Depending on the role, tasks can include labeling images or video, transcribing or recording audio, writing or rating model responses, evaluating search results, translating text, reviewing code, or applying subject-matter knowledge. The specific duties for applicants located in South Africa are set out in each live posting.

  • Review the role description carefully to understand the task type and subject matter involved.
  • Check the individual posting for the requirements that apply to applicants in your location.

How hiring works through OpenTrain

OpenTrain is the hiring organization for these public roles, and candidates apply through OpenTrain. A successful candidate may be placed or referred by OpenTrain to the client whose project they will support. The live posting remains the source of truth for eligibility, qualifications, hours, pay, and other role-specific requirements.

  • Apply through OpenTrain rather than directly to an unnamed third-party platform.
  • Read the complete posting before deciding whether the role matches your circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What can this work involve?
The work can involve preparing or reviewing examples for artificial-intelligence systems. Depending on the posting, this may include image or video annotation, audio transcription or recording, response writing or rating, search-result evaluation, translation, code review, or subject-matter tasks. Each role defines its own responsibilities.
Where can I find role-specific details?
Find the current details in the individual live posting. That posting is the only source of truth for whether applicants located in South Africa are eligible, along with the role's qualifications, responsibilities, hours, pay, location rules, and client-specific requirements.
How does hiring work through OpenTrain?
OpenTrain is the hiring organization for the public roles available through OpenTrain, and candidates apply through OpenTrain. OpenTrain may place or refer successful candidates to the client whose project they will support. Check each live posting for the applicable hiring information.