Khalid Babu Syed

AI Data Training Specialist with extensive experience in data annotation, LLM training, and AI workflow optimization for global technology clients. Proven success in building data quality systems, supervising annotation teams, and fine-tuning model training pipelines. Skilled in NLP, multimodal datasets, and automation tools that enhance data reliability and efficiency. Passionate about advancing AI through structured data, ethical training, and scalable processes.

Advanced AI Data Trainer - Invisible Technologies, Firstsource & Label Your Data - Remote

(2024-01)

• Trained and optimized large language models (LLMs) and conversational AI systems for accuracy and contextual understanding.
• Developed data quality assurance frameworks achieving 95%+ annotation accuracy across text, image, and dialogue datasets.
• Used AI and automation tools (ChatGPT, NotebookLM, n8n, Zapier, dlvr.it) to enhance labeling consistency and project throughput.
• Collaborated with engineering and ML teams to refine prompts and training datasets for higher model performance.

Founder & Head of AI Data Operations - Ajahk's AI Developments - Bengaluru

(2021-01 - 2024-12)

• Founded and managed a data annotation company serving major clients via vendors (Facebook, Apple, Google).
• Oversaw multi-format annotation projects (text, image, audio) supporting machine learning and NLP training.
• Recruited, trained, and led a 10+ member annotation team; implemented QA workflows, reducing data errors by 30%.
• Designed automated tracking dashboards to monitor project progress and quality metrics.

AI & Search Engine Evaluator - Independent Consultant - Remote

(2018-01 - 2023-12)

• Evaluated AI outputs for leading global platforms (Appen, Amazon MTurk, and Lionbridge).
• Conducted model alignment testing, content moderation reviews, and semantic accuracy validation for NLP models.
• Contributed to high-impact LLM improvement programs (NOYO, CRESCENT, Cottonwood, Sitka-web).

Survey Enumerator (Research Assistant) - 60 Decibels - Remote

(2024-01)

• Collected and processed multilingual data sets, ensuring 95% data accuracy and cross-cultural context integrity.
• Delivered research insights shaping AI data interpretation for social impact projects.

UX Research & Usability Testing (Freelance) - UserInterviews, UTest, Userlytics - Remote

(2022-01)

• Conducted usability testing to enhance AI product experiences and improve data collection interfaces.
• Provided feedback on model-generated outputs to support AI alignment and UX consistency.

Research Internships - Government & NGO Research Organizations (India) - India

(2015-01 - 2017-12)

• Worked on structured data collection, qualitative analysis, and policy documentation for national research programs.

M.A. - International Relations - University of Sheffield

B.A. (Hons) - Political Science - Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi