Japanese Linguistic Specialist - Fully Remote | Upto $37/hr Remote

Mercor
Contract
Human Resources
Canada
Hiring from: Canada
About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Japanese-language Expert

Type: Independent Contractor

Compensation: $32–$37/hour

Location: Remote

Duration: 5 weeks (with potential extension)

Commitment: 10+ hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Review, evaluate, and refine AI-generated images and videos based on Japanese prompts for fluency, accuracy, and contextual relevance.
  • Provide linguistic and cultural feedback to enhance model understanding.
  • Detect and correct subtle linguistic issues and cultural inconsistencies in outputs.
  • Experiment with Gemini and other multimodal AI tools to evaluate prompt-response behavior.
  • Document observed failure modes, inaccuracies, and areas for model improvement.
  • Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to improve system behavior on Japanese-language tasks.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Full professional fluency in Japanese and English.
  • Strong knowledge of Japanese culture, social norms, idiomatic language, and regional nuances.
  • Experience working with or analyzing Japanese media, literature, or creative content.
  • High attention to detail and linguistic accuracy.
  • Interest in generative AI tools and curiosity about how models visualize language prompts.
  • Excellent written communication and feedback documentation skills.

Start Date

  • Immediate

Compensation & Legal

  • Hourly contractor
  • Paid weekly via Stripe Connect

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Submit your resume or profile outlining relevant linguistic and cultural expertise.
  • Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a brief evaluation or language sample.
  • Expect to hear from Mercor within a few days regarding next steps.

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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