Linguist - English & Japanese - Remote

About the role

Are you a talented English & Japanese (bilingual) linguist with a love for language and cutting-edge technology? We want YOU to join our dynamic translation pool! We're on the lookout for experts in eLearning - but don't let that limit you. Whatever your specialization, we'd love to hear from you! What You'll Deliver Reviewing and providing feedback on Japanese text extractions as we build out and fine-tune a process for Japanese. Conduct a human review and comparison of Japanese prompt output quality against English outputs. This includes evaluation and preference ranking tasks as well. Assist in producing a Japanese evaluation rubric for preference ranking. Edit and refine language content for accuracy, tone, and contextual relevance across digital platforms. Apply current language standards, usage trends, and best practices to all deliverables. Evaluate and provide structured feedback to improve language model quality. Collaborate with Production and cross-functional teams to localize content for your language-speaking markets. Support content development, localization, and quality assurance for digital tools and applications.

Requirements

• Native-level proficiency in the target language(s)
• A professional qualification in translation, linguistics, or language studies
• The ability to follow terminology and reference materials precisely
• Why Collaborate with Lilt?
• Your schedule, your rules. As an independent contractor, work when you want, as much or as little as you want. No fixed hours, no check-ins, no micromanaging.
• Get paid quickly and fairly. We respect your time and your expertise. Competitive rates, prompt payments, no chasing invoices.
• Work on projects that actually matter . Contribute to cutting-edge AI and language technology that is shaping how humans and machines communicate.
• Be part of something bigger. Join a global community of linguists, subject matter experts, and language professionals who are advancing human knowledge together.
• Grow without limits. As a Lilt contractor you get access to diverse, innovative projects that expand your portfolio and sharpen your skills across industries and domains.
• Have fun doing what you love. Bring your language skills to life on projects that are as interesting as they are impactful.
• What to Consider Before Applying
• Requires reliable availability and commitment. Once you accept a task, we expect quality work and on-time delivery. Most tasks require a minimum of 2 hours per day or 10 hours per week. If your schedule is unpredictable, this may not be the right fit.
• Geographic restrictions may apply. We cannot engage contractors in regions subject to international embargo or sanctions. As a 1099 contractor, you are solely responsible for your own tax obligations. We recommend consulting a tax professional before engaging.
• How to join our expert community
• Step 1: Submit your application, including an updated copy of your CV in English.
• Step 2: If a test is required, you will be asked to take a test in specific domains you specialise in.
• Step 3: Once you are selected to join our translation team and you have passed the test, we'll guide you through the remaining onboarding steps - completing an application form, getting you set up for payments, and welcoming you into our community.
• AI is changing how the world communicates - and LILT is leading that transformation.
• Earn money. Have fun. Advance human knowledge. Work on diverse projects from anywhere, any time you want. Get paid quickly and fairly, and build your professional network in a supportive community-all through a streamlined application process tailored to your expertise.
• Information collected and processed as part of your application process, including any job applications you choose to submit, is subject to LILT's Privacy Policy at https://lilt.com/legal/privacy .

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