Linguist @ Onsite (New York, Burlingame, Seattle)

Job Title: Linguist II
Location: Onsite (New York, Burlingame, Seattle)
Duration: 9+ Months (Possible Extension)
Pay Rate: $50–$55/hr on W2
 
Job Summary
We’re seeking a Linguist II with native-level fluency in Mandarin (Simplified Chinese) to develop language components for cutting-edge voice-enabled technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong linguistic data analysis skills and experience with LLM-powered data synthesis, prompt engineering, localization, and quality evaluation.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics.
• Collaborate on data collection, curation, translation, and annotation for ML models.
• Evaluate and improve model/data quality using LLM solutions.
• Develop linguistic analyses and contribute to prompt engineering.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

 
Must-Have Qualifications

• Master’s in Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Speech Science, or related field (*or Bachelor’s + 2+ years’ experience*).
• Native/near-native fluency in Mandarin (Simplified Chinese) + at least one other language.
• Knowledge of Indian languages and cultural nuances (preferred).
• Experience with linguistic data analysis, LLMs, and prompt engineering.
• Proficiency in SQL, RegEx, and data annotation tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

 
Nice-to-Have Skills

• PhD in Linguistics or related field.
• Proficiency in Traditional Chinese and/or Python.
• Experience with NLP libraries, machine learning frameworks.

 
Why Apply?

• Impactful work on voice-enabled AI technologies.
• Collaborative, dynamic team environment.
• Competitive pay and potential for extension.

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

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