LinkedIn · 3 days ago
Editorial Prompt Engineer - AI Linguist
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $161K/yr
3+ years expLinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. The Editorial Prompt Engineer - AI Linguist will focus on designing and evaluating annotations for editorial and natural language classification tasks, utilizing generative AI to enhance editorial workflows and develop innovative products.
Professional NetworkingRecruitingSocial MediaSocial Recruiting
Responsibilities
Drafting annotation guidelines and developing robust, scalable annotation plans
Analyzing annotation results to assess data quality, consistency, and model readiness (including inter-annotator agreement and reliability metrics)
Drafting and testing generative AI prompts to power editorial and learning products at LinkedIn
Evaluating the quality of outputs from prompts and classifiers developed by the Editorial AI team and cross-functional partners
Workshopping prompt drafts and offering feedback to other members of the Editorial AI team
Developing new ideas and solutions to solve generative AI challenges
Keeping up to date on the latest trends and techniques in prompt engineering and generative AI
Collaborating with cross-functional partners (engineers, product managers, designers) and other members of the LinkedIn editorial and LinkedIn Learning teams
Working on several projects at once, occasionally on tight deadlines
Training other editors and partners in the basics of data annotation and prompt engineering
Qualification
Required
3+ years experience in linguistics, data annotation work (including guideline development or quality review), journalism, content strategy, or similar role
Experience working with generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, etc.)
Preferred
Proficiency in Python (especially for prompt iteration, evaluation or data analysis)
Demonstrated interest in AI/ML and/or natural language processing
Understanding of key prompt engineering/LLM concepts (few-shot prompting, model fine-tuning, etc.)
Familiarity with SQL, Jupyter and/or Git
Experience working cross-functionally with technical teams
Outstanding verbal communication skills and strong analytical capabilities
Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and iterating quickly
Exemplary editorial judgment
Eagerness for experimentation and creative problem solving
Passion for learning new technologies and tools
Ability to see other people's points of view and welcome constructive feedback
Benefits
Annual performance bonus
Stock
Benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans
Company
LinkedIn is a professional networking site that allows users to create business connections, search for jobs, and find potential clients. It is a sub-organization of Microsoft.
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Funding
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$154.8MKey Investors
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2016-02-15Private Equity
2014-04-01Series Unknown
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