Job Description

Expected Start Date: ASAP (position is open if you can still read this)

Positions Open: 05

Experience required: 0 to 2 years of working in a rapid startup environment

Education required: Education is flexible; however, a background in engineering is a plus

Salary package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Monthly performance-based increments & cash bonuses

Perks:

• Opportunity to work & grow with a Y-Combinator backed Founder who has been doing startups for more than a decade
• More than 90% of customers are based in the USA (get exposure working on cutting-edge/disruptive tech)
• Opportunity to travel abroad and gain invaluable exposure
  • We have offices in Pakistan, Qatar & America.
  • Experience Hyper-growth in your career based on the Silicon Valley mindset
• A strong base salary
• Flexible working hours
• High performance oriented and resilient work environment / workstation
• Company Issued Laptops/ Electronic Devices based on need and performance
• Free Food (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner/ Snacks/ Fruits and Beverages)
• 24/7 Access to the office
• Performance base paid cool-off periods
• Dedicated time / Access to a plethora of Learning Resources
• Knowledge base mini library present at the office
• Fastest network (internet) in Pakistan
• Medical insurance, treatment and employee care for astronauts
• Overnight Stay Facilitation: Sleeping pods and Lockers
• Recreational activities / trips
• Highest Grade Massage Chairs
• Gaming corner - PS5
• Insured parking space
• Support team available for facilitation of employees
• Taxation, Accounts and legal assistance for the employees.
• The best work culture/team environment in the world! Primed to set you up for either running your own company or being a C-Level Executive in one.

Location

• Full-time - Islamabad, Pakistan (F-7 Markaz)
• This position requires you to travel Internationally to the MENA region and beyond if necessary.
• Based upon your exceptional performance, you might be assigned to work at one of our international bases.

About Cowlar

Cowlar is a venture-funded, Y-combinator start-up creating & delivering world-class engineering products and solutions in Retail, Industrial Automation, Enterprise Software, F&B, Internet of Things (IoT), Machine Learning, Robotics, Industry 4.0, and associated fields. Our exceptional team uses engineering best practices and a first-principles approach to solving complex problems and delivering enterprise-scale projects at warp speed.

With a culture that empowers big ideas and a focus on making our people the best version of themselves through continuous upskilling and enablement, we believe this is a place where exceptional talent comes together to make magic happen across multiple verticals. Were looking for like-minded people who understand our mission and are willing to become part of the journey.

Were looking for people who are not afraid of learning something new, who focus on hypergrowth, teach others what they have learnt and uphold the culture of the company. The ideal candidate should be self-driven and motivated. We want to work with people who realize their own potential and can execute quickly. We do not compromise on quality and your role should be to raise the bar and motivate others to be at their best.

Important Further Reading:

We value our culture above all else - Please go through this Culture Document carefully to understand our culture, values and what we represent.

Check out our website: cowlardesignstudio.com

To learn more about the type of work we have done.

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Management and Infrastructure Specialist to oversee our
extensive video and image datasets crucial for computer vision model training. The ideal candidate will
ensure data integrity, accuracy, and real-time accessibility

Key Responsibilities:

Data Cleaning: Identify and remove corrupted or improperly cropped data, ensuring it is correctly re-extracted and validated.
Data Verification: Ensure video and image data align accurately with their labels and intended purposes. Correct any misalignments or discrepancies.
Frame Accuracy: Check and correct frame sequences within videos, ensuring no frames are out-of-order or missing.
Database Management: Maintain an accurate, up-to-date database with precise metadata, including video duration and relevant information, eliminating manual checks.
Pipeline Development: Build and manage efficient data pipelines that facilitate quick dataset creation based on defined parameters and targeted output locations.
Real-Time Data Management: Continuously update and manage incoming data, ensuring datasets remain current and immediately accessible.
Collaboration with IT Clearly communicate data and infrastructure requirements to the IT team to ensure effective utilization and optimization of existing resources.
Backup Coordination: Work with the IT team to ensure regular backups, safeguarding data integrity and availability.

Required Skills:

1. Experience with data cleaning, verification, and management of video/image datasets.
2. Proficiency in database management and metadata handling.
3. Familiarity with developing automated pipelines for dataset generation.
4. Knowledge of data backup strategies and effective utilization of infrastructure.
5. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Prior experience in computer vision or related AI/ML projects
2. Basic understanding of cloud infrastructure or high-performance storage solutions
3. Ability to automate workflows using scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.)

• How to apply
  Visit work.cowlar.com and apply to the available position
  OR
  Email careers@cowlar.com with Subject: [Your Name] - [Position]
  
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  We care less about years of experience and more about your drive, problem-solving skills, initiative, work ethic, personal integrity, and creativity. A primary requirement for this role is an extraordinary knack for clear and concise communication. You can demonstrate that knack by explaining why you think our company is a good match for you.