Japanese Language Expert - Remote
Job Title: Japanese Language Expert Job Type: Contract Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced Japanese Language Experts to contribute their linguistic expertise to a project focused on improving next-generation AI systems. In this role, you will work with Japanese and English audio and written content, ensuring accurate transcription, translation, contextual fidelity, and high-quality linguistic output. No prior AI experience is required—your language expertise, attention to detail, and bilingual proficiency are what matter most.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately transcribe audio and written materials between Japanese and English.
- Review, edit, and proofread transcripts to ensure linguistic accuracy, clarity, and contextual fidelity.
- Identify and correct grammatical, terminology, and transcription errors.
- Provide detailed linguistic feedback to improve transcription quality and consistency.
- Collaborate with remote team members to maintain project quality standards and workflows.
- Manage multiple transcription and language tasks while meeting project deadlines.
- Maintain consistent formatting and high-quality deliverables across assignments.
- Communicate effectively with team members through written and verbal channels.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese with strong command of English.
- Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, localization, or related language services.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to transcription accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a remote team.
- Proficiency with transcription software, digital tools, and collaboration platforms.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with Japanese-English bilingual transcription projects.
- Familiarity with technical, business, or industry-specific terminology.
- Academic or professional background in linguistics, Japanese studies, translation, language studies, or a related field.
- Experience reviewing or quality-checking language data.
- Familiarity with AI, language technology, or data annotation projects is a plus.
Remote Skills: Academic Background, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programming Languages, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, English Language, Establish Priorities, Japanese Language, Linguistics, Localization, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Time Management, Training Data Sets, Writing Skills YO AI Labs