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David Wambaire

David Wambaire

AI Training Specialist | RLHF Evaluator | LLM Evaluation & Data Annotation Specialist

Kenya flagNairobi, Kenya
$25.00/hrExpertAppenScale AIToloka

Key Skills

Software

AppenAppen
Scale AIScale AI
TolokaToloka
MercorMercor
ClickworkerClickworker
iMeritiMerit
Micro1
MindriftMindrift
OneFormaOneForma
RemotasksRemotasks

Top Subject Matter

General Language Understanding
Finance & Payments
AI Model Evaluation & Content Moderation

Top Data Types

TextText
DocumentDocument
ImageImage

Top Task Types

RLHFRLHF
Prompt + Response Writing (SFT)Prompt + Response Writing (SFT)
Text GenerationText Generation
Object DetectionObject Detection
ClassificationClassification
Bounding BoxBounding Box

Freelancer Overview

AI Training Specialist (RLHF, LLM Evaluation, Annotation). Brings 6+ years of professional experience across complex professional workflows, research, and quality-focused execution. Core strengths include Appen and Scale AI. My work focuses on identifying hallucinations, inconsistencies, and edge cases in model outputs, and providing structured feedback to improve model alignment, quality, and reliability. I am experienced in high-volume, remote AI training environments and comfortable working independently while meeting quality benchmarks and turnaround expectations. Education includes Bachelor of Economics and Statistics, Kenyatta University (2018). AI & Robotics training from IBM Watson Labs. AI-training focus includes data types such as Text and labeling workflows including RLHF, Evaluation, and Rating.

ExpertEnglish

Labeling Experience

Appen

AI Training Specialist (RLHF, LLM Evaluation, Annotation)

AppenTextRLHF
As an AI Training Specialist, I evaluated and annotated over 1,000 AI-generated text outputs across reasoning, prompt-response grading, and classification tasks. I maintained a high annotation accuracy rate exceeding 95% and applied structured feedback and RLHF workflows. I contributed significantly to model improvement through edge case identification, hallucination detection, and strict quality assurance measures. • Conducted prompt evaluation, response rating, and model alignment for LLMs. • Provided structured feedback and collaborated globally on model refinement tasks. • Used tools such as Appen, MTurk, and Internal/Proprietary Tooling for annotation. • Managed independent freelance responsibilities and maintained high-volume output.

As an AI Training Specialist, I evaluated and annotated over 1,000 AI-generated text outputs across reasoning, prompt-response grading, and classification tasks. I maintained a high annotation accuracy rate exceeding 95% and applied structured feedback and RLHF workflows. I contributed significantly to model improvement through edge case identification, hallucination detection, and strict quality assurance measures. • Conducted prompt evaluation, response rating, and model alignment for LLMs. • Provided structured feedback and collaborated globally on model refinement tasks. • Used tools such as Appen, MTurk, and Internal/Proprietary Tooling for annotation. • Managed independent freelance responsibilities and maintained high-volume output.

2024 - Present
Scale AI

Data & AI Operations Analyst (Data Validation, QA for AI Training)

Scale AIText
As part of a Data & AI Operations Analyst role, I led large-scale data validation and QA in transactional datasets. My work ensured 99%+ accuracy and developed pattern recognition and anomaly detection skills applicable to AI evaluation. I reviewed and validated over 10,000 data points, leveraging digital platforms and automation tools. • Applied QA standards and evaluated large volumes of text-based financial data. • Utilized tools such as Excel and Google Sheets, and was familiar with Scale AI workflows. • Focused on financial data subject matter with an emphasis on accuracy. • Developed and reported process optimizations to senior management.

As part of a Data & AI Operations Analyst role, I led large-scale data validation and QA in transactional datasets. My work ensured 99%+ accuracy and developed pattern recognition and anomaly detection skills applicable to AI evaluation. I reviewed and validated over 10,000 data points, leveraging digital platforms and automation tools. • Applied QA standards and evaluated large volumes of text-based financial data. • Utilized tools such as Excel and Google Sheets, and was familiar with Scale AI workflows. • Focused on financial data subject matter with an emphasis on accuracy. • Developed and reported process optimizations to senior management.

2021 - 2023

Education

I

IBM

Certificate , Artificial intelligence

Certificate
2020 - 2020
U

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Economics and Statistics, Economics and Statistics

Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
2014 - 2018

Work History

I

Independent / Remote (Project-Based)

AI Data Labeling & Evaluation Specialist (RLHF / Freelance)

Nairobi
2016 - Present
E

Equity Group Holdings

Data & AI Operations Analyst (Project Coordination)

Nairobi
2021 - 2023