PC Gameplay Data Collection and QA Specialist

About OpenTrain

OpenTrain is the #1 platform for finding and building careers in AI training and data labeling. OpenTrain AI is recruiting contributors for flexible projects where human expertise helps shape how modern AI systems understand and respond to the world.

About AI Training and Gameplay Data

AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. People collect, annotate, review, and evaluate examples that help AI systems learn. In this project, structured PC gameplay, synchronized video, technical telemetry, and expert feedback will support the development of next-generation AI systems.

• Work remotely with a computer and internet connection
• Contribute to cutting-edge AI training through hands-on gameplay
• Build experience in data collection, annotation, and quality evaluation

The Role

OpenTrain is seeking a PC Gameplay Data Collection and QA Specialist to play selected PC titles and produce accurate, well-documented training data. You will capture per-frame synchronized gameplay video and keyboard and mouse telemetry, collect engine-level signals and in-game event data, annotate gameplay scenarios, and provide actionable quality feedback.

This is a remote, part-time contractor role paying $18 per hour. The project includes daily gaming sessions of at least 2 to 3 hours, with a time requirement of 20+ hours per week. You will need to submit data promptly and provide regular progress updates.

• Employment type: Part-time contractor
• Pay: $18 USD per hour
• Time commitment: 20+ hours per week
• Work arrangement: Remote, worldwide
• Working language: English

What You'll Do

You will follow project guidelines to collect structured gameplay data and assess the quality of both the player experience and the resulting datasets. Careful observation, consistent execution, and clear documentation are essential.

• Play selected PC games while recording synchronized gameplay video
• Capture keyboard and mouse telemetry on a per-frame basis
• Collect engine-level signals and in-game event data
• Annotate gameplay scenarios and events accurately and with context
• Identify and document bugs, gameplay issues, anomalies, and data-quality concerns
• Evaluate gameplay flow and user experience through hands-on QA
• Submit timely data and progress updates
• Share precise, actionable feedback with project managers and technical stakeholders
• Follow required data security, privacy, and compliance protocols

Requirements

This role is designed for someone with demonstrated PC gaming expertise, including experience in competitive or professional gaming environments. You should be comfortable evaluating gameplay across multiple titles and communicating detailed observations independently in a remote contractor setting.

• Demonstrated expertise in PC gaming, including competitive or professional play
• Familiarity with game mechanics, strategy, and meta across multiple PC titles
• Ability to identify gameplay bugs, anomalies, and user-experience issues
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Reliability and the ability to work independently
• Ability to follow data security, privacy, and compliance requirements

Helpful Experience

Experience with gameplay recording tools, telemetry capture, quality assurance testing, or detailed annotation can help you perform effectively. Professional gaming experience and the ability to turn observations into precise, actionable feedback are especially relevant.

No prior AI experience is required. Strong gaming expertise and careful execution are the central qualifications for this project.

• Gameplay recording tools
• Telemetry capture
• Quality assurance testing
• Detailed annotation
• Professional or competitive gaming

Why Work in AI Training

AI training and data-labeling work is a fast-growing way to participate in technology without needing a traditional software role. Contributors help prepare the examples and evaluations that modern AI models depend on, while flexible projects can fit around other work, studies, or personal commitments.

• Work on technology at the cutting edge of AI
• Use your gaming expertise in a specialized data project
• Gain practical experience in collection, annotation, and evaluation
• Work remotely with a flexible part-time structure

How to Get Started

Create a free OpenTrain account to build a profile, present your relevant gaming and QA experience, and apply in minutes. Your profile can help you discover additional AI training opportunities that match your skills over time.

• Highlight competitive, professional, or multi-title PC gaming experience
• Describe any recording, telemetry, QA, or annotation experience
• Show examples of clear and actionable gameplay feedback where relevant
• Apply for this remote contractor opportunity through OpenTrain