
We help companies to improve machine learning models by curating vision data.
Location: Zürich, Switzerland
Founded: 2019 (spun out of ETH Zurich)
Core product: Automated data curation suite for computer vision
Key founders: Matthias Heller (CEO), Igor Susmelj (CTO)
Reported funding: $10M (company-stated)
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Data curation and dataset quality for computer vision / machine learning
2019
Software Development
Most recent round listed as Seed on May 11, 2022 (Crunchbase)
“Backed by a small group of investors including Founderful, SICTIC; reported participation by Y Combinator”
Lightly AG is an ETH and HSG spin-off pioneering in machine learning and computer vision. Backed by Y Combinator and top-tier investors, our technology is used by global leaders in autonomous driving, medical imaging, and visual inspection.
We are hiring contributors for flexible freelance projects - students are welcome, non students are welcome. You will help evaluate Generative AI outputs in multiple formats, label and create data, and test AI applications.
This is a great opportunity for both students and experts who wants to gain hands-on experience in AI development while making a real impact.
Tasks
Flexible freelance work across evaluation, data creation, and tool testing
In this role, you will
Review AI multimodal outputs for quality and adherence to simple guidelines.
Judge clarity, tone, and context in the target language.
Check that generated content is relevant to the task across different topics.
Spot issues or gaps, note straightforward improvements.
Requirements
You are a strong candidate if you
Are fluent in one or more languages, English is the only required language.
Show careful attention to detail and apply guidelines consistently.
Are comfortable using AI tools and basic prompting.
Bring interest or experience in technical, business, creative, or educational topics, nice to have but not required.
Do not meet every single item? That is okay. At Lightly we value potential and learning, if this work excites you, please apply.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.
Career growth opportunities in a growing field of AI development and machine learning.
Flexible work hours and remote work options.
Send us your CV, certificate of your highest degree (Bachelor, Master or similar) and a short note about why this role excites you. If you’ve handled similar tasks before, we’d love to hear specific examples.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Label or create small example sets when needed.
Try basic workflows or tools, share short feedback.
Keep clean records, follow instructions, meet timelines.
Are a student or an independent freelancer, both are welcome.
Have flexible availability.
Hold a valid work permit for Switzerland.