Data Solutions Engineer at Abaka AI

<div data-page-id="DdtRdAirRoCBFTxPTMXlNe1Igld" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-P8jEdmLKEoOEI8xH4zylUT8cg8e"><strong>About Abaka AI</strong></div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Hye3dDCiQo3tYKxG6mJlh0vsgkf">Abaka AI is built on one mission: to be the world’s most trusted data partner for AI companies. More than 1,000 industry leaders across Generative AI, Embodied AI, and Automotive AI rely on us to power their data pipelines. With our headquarters in Silicon Valley—and teams in Paris, Singapore, and Tokyo—we support global partners with fast, reliable, and scalable data solutions.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-VVb5dDOlUowtaZxMsSdlBsuDgbe">Our offerings include a diverse catalog of off-the-shelf datasets (image, video, multimodal, reasoning, 3D, and beyond) as well as comprehensive data collection and annotation services. Whether teams need raw data, curated datasets, or full-cycle data engineering, Abaka AI provides the foundation for building high-performance AI systems.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CXnFddb1MoKh9exz2TJl0ubWgOf">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-R19ad15EMorSMFxm6IGluOLhggb"><strong>About the Role</strong></div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-TsOFdls3voQ6SUxl1VClRHTyg2g">As a Data Solutions Engineer at Abaka AI, you will help bridge technical execution and customer needs across AI data projects. This role sits at the intersection of solutioning, operations, and technical problem solving, supporting frontier AI companies building next-generation multimodal systems.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XYT8dd05Poo69Txta5HloFQBgOd">You will work closely with clients, Project Managers, Operations, Research, and leadership teams to design scalable data workflows, scope technical requirements, and support successful project execution. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving ambiguous problems, communicating across technical and non-technical stakeholders, and building operational systems in fast-moving startup environments.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-L5iYdc9QRocmYzxTtLql0Ex5gle">This is a highly cross-functional role with exposure to AI infrastructure, multimodal datasets, data operations, and customer-facing solution engineering.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-QQ3jdT7N0oToWQxBMMZl4YY5gUd">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ZdA5dAfYco7Q8zxa9T7lAYZwgwe"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></div> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-LN9RdoYdjovExxxjQi0lZA6hgeg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to understand project requirements and define scalable data workflows</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-DKFBdMIBFoBznpxlzzEl2jGmgIh" data-list="bullet"> <div>Translate customer needs into operational plans, technical specifications, and execution strategies</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XuDIdmTBloJUapx3mmBljYOzgAd" data-list="bullet"> <div>Support AI data projects across image, video, audio, text, reasoning, and multimodal domains</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-PZkddrlmaol1TYxlpmflBtdXgTe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Troubleshoot dataset quality issues and identify workflow improvements</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-YGLxdEULsouLkxxFWHflwJ8AgZc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Management, Operations, Research, GTM, and Engineering teams</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-KNacdy83aos4gHx0Zv5lztEJgU8" data-list="bullet"> <div>Assist with dataset reviews, QA processes, delivery validation, and project health tracking</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-EStcdrpcGoh5ljxuWmzlSp5egXg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Build or improve lightweight internal tooling, automations, and operational systems</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-RrQRd2y1woeWYxxR4xMlKTQ4gHg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Support presales conversations by helping scope project feasibility, timelines, and technical requirements</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-QdMtdyDoQoLowHxj2xAlVI6bgkk" data-list="bullet"> <div>Develop a strong understanding of frontier AI workflows, benchmarks, and model development needs</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ILOldHNN1oqu9PxsCdxlQ44dgBd" data-list="bullet"> <div>Contribute to internal documentation, process standardization, and operational scalability</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-LDXndeDZsociiDxT27KlIZbqgPd">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-MzZJdPC4Eo5lzxxSiavlUOBhgsc"><strong>Qualifications</strong></div> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XXWnd5hWoow7tixkJ5rlkoxXgLd" data-list="bullet"> <div>1–4 years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Data Operations, Technical Program Management, Analytics, Consulting, AI Operations, or related fields</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-FpoRd7OBaoJBszxZLjGlIBU0g3d" data-list="bullet"> <div>Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-M4QfdTFxvoECTqxFXBNlfhktgyd" data-list="bullet"> <div>Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ICAad1mtlooC6Zxl0r3lKPFyggc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Comfortable operating in fast-paced startup environments with evolving priorities</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-F2z8d6uZGo89XWxb8CwlADKlgib" data-list="bullet"> <div>Interest in AI, machine learning, multimodal systems, or data infrastructure</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-WS7CdMRAWoGUZvx2k5VlT21rgY8" data-list="bullet"> <div>Familiarity with SQL, Python, scripting, APIs, spreadsheets, or workflow automation tools is a plus</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Whf8dVDm6owdPRxnTMDleAcrgag" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience working cross-functionally with technical and operational teams preferred</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NY91dUtHIogsjKxPEXnlGUbJg2b">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Sdi1dbqQ2o3sTNx87bRl4T4Dg6e"><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Ysb2dMsX3oktIgxAQL4logiJgUe">The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $160,000 USD annually.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AMmndlNd8oc1JpxyfBulHypxgmh">Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work at Abaka AI. This role is eligible for equity, as well as a comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, flexible work schedule).</div> </div>