Linguistic Data Specialist (Spanish)

QuillBot is seeking a contract Linguistic Data Specialist (Spanish) to join our team. This is a 6 month contract position and will require 20–30 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform Spanish writing and editing tasks, which may include:
• Editing text to correct grammar and fluency/naturalness
• Writing paraphrased versions of text samples in a highly specific manner according to tone, manner of speech, complexity, and many other factors
• Translating between Spanish and English and vice versa.
• Perform tasks related to Spanish data annotation, generation, and evaluation, which may include:
• Carrying out data analysis and evaluating data quality
• Annotating, reviewing, and validating datasets for natural language processing/machine learning (NLP/ML) training and evaluation
• Interact with the Research team to understand highly specific annotation, style, and editing requirements
• Keep project managers informed of platform enhancement ideas, risks, and issues
• Gain in-depth knowledge of complex product features
• Other related tasks and duties, as assigned

Required Skills:

• Native speaker of Latin American Spanish
• Proficient in English (written and spoken) and lives in the United States
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. Spanish language, translation, literature, linguistics; writing, editing, journalism)
• Ability to understand and apply detailed editing and data annotation guidelines
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while paying constant close attention to detail and delivering accurate and precise work
• Ability to be a good team player and communicate with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work independently, including managing your schedule, attending meetings, and completing projects within a reasonable timeframe
• Ability to work remotely in a distraction-free workspace with a reliable internet connection and computer

Bonus Skills:

• Experience as a data annotator, writer, editor, proofreader, translator, or similar
• Familiarity with machine learning data annotation, model training, and/or model evaluation
• Experience with business productivity tools like GSuite, Notion, Asana, and Slack
• Programming experience, particularly in Python

In accordance with select state law, the salary for this role if filled within the US is $25-$30/hour. 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and ​inclusion within our company.  ​We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender ​identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, ​veteran status, or ​ability status. We will ensure that individuals who are differently abled are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment as provided to other applicants or employees. Please contact us to request accommodation.