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Software Expert (Office Suite)
Wandisile Mbunge
Kariega, Eastern Cape, South Africa
R180,000 / yr
Remote
Location: Remote (must have access to a physical Mac)Fluent Language Skills Required: EnglishWhy This Role ExistsMercor is supporting a high-priority data collection initiative aimed at improving how AI systems understand complex software interfaces and real-world, multi-step workflows. Current datasets lack the fidelity and expert grounding needed to reflect authentic professional software usage. This project addresses that gap by collecting high-quality screen annotations and screen recordings performed by experienced domain experts working in real digital environments.What You’ll DoDepending on the task phase, you may be asked to complete one or both of the following:Record screen sessions demonstrating specific tasks, accompanied by clear verbal narration explaining each stepAnnotate screenshots of professional software by drawing precise bounding boxes around relevant UI elementsFollow provided staging instructions to set up specific UI states prior to recordingUse a custom capture tool to record workflows accurately and consistentlyAdhere closely to task guidelines to ensure data quality and usabilityWho You AreYou have strong familiarity with professional software tools used in your domain including:WordPowerPointExcelYou are detail-oriented and capable of following precise instructionsYou are comfortable working independently and meeting tight deadlinesYou have access to a physical Mac and can create a fresh macOS user profile if requiredNice-to-HavePrior experience with data collection, annotation, or QA workExperience recording or documenting workflowsComfort working with new tools and staged environmentsWhat Success Looks LikeScreen annotations are precise, consistent, and aligned with guidelinesScreen recordings accurately capture realistic, expert workflowsTasks are completed efficiently while maintaining high qualityCollected data is usable at scale for downstream AI research and developmentWe consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.Contract and Payment TermsYou will be engaged as an independent contractor.This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.