Josh McDonnell

Work Experience

AI Trainer

DataAnnotation Tech; June 2025–Present

  • Training large language models (LLMs): comparing the outputs of 2 or more models, evaluating across several axes (such as factuality, style, instruction following, overall performance), across coding, mathematics, and general.
  • Writing responses: including detailed solutions to advanced mathematics problems and general responses ensuring for factuality, appropriate tone, and proper styling & formatting.
  • Fine-tuning AI agents: ensuring agent-produced plans are correct and efficient, not wasting tool calls, finding the correct information, and following guidelines.

Volunteering

Charity Shop

Sue Ryder; March 2026–Present

  • Customer service: answering customer queries, helping customers locate stock.
  • Keeping the shop presentable: ensuring all items on display are in the correct categories and sizes and displays are colour-coordinated.
  • Keeping stock flowing: removing old stock and bringing out new stock for a variety of products.
  • Accepting donations: accepting bulk donations and:
    • Sorting items into categories
    • Quality checks for suitability and making sure they meet health and safety regulations (such as with electronics or toys)
    • Researching online to determine accurate and fair pricing