Linguist

Job Description: Linguist (Freelance/Contract) – Multiple Indian LanguagesRole: LinguistType: Freelance / Independent ContractDuration: As per project requirementLocation: RemoteLanguages Required:Sindhi, Telugu, Tamil, Sanskrit, Rajasthani, Punjabi, Odia, Nepali, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada, Goan, Konkani, Kashmiri, Hindi, Gujarati, English (India), Bhojpuri, Bengali, AssameseRole OverviewWe are seeking skilled linguists across multiple Indian languages to support AI/ML, data evaluation, and language quality projects. The linguist will be responsible for creating, reviewing, evaluating, and enhancing linguistic data to ensure accuracy, cultural relevance, and high-quality language output.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform language evaluations including:Fluency, adequacy, and accuracy ratingQuality checks of AI-generated textSafety and severity evaluationsSide-by-side (SxS) comparisonsCreate high-quality content in the target languageEdit, proofread, and rewrite content as requiredEvaluate translations for accuracy, clarity, grammar, and naturalnessConduct prompt evaluation, generation, and rewriting tasksCreate linguistic guidelines or datasets as requiredPerform audio/video transcription, annotation, and summarization (as per project)Provide clear written justifications for linguistic decisions in EnglishFollow instructions and project guidelines preciselyRequired Skills & ExperienceGeneral Requirements (All Levels)Native-level fluency in the selected target languageStrong command of written and spoken EnglishExcellent grammar, vocabulary, and linguistic intuitionAbility to follow written and spoken guidelinesAttention to detail, accuracy, and cultural understandingStrong research ability and content development skillsLevel-Specific RequirementsL1 – Native-Level LinguistNative-level proficiency in target languageAbility to evaluate content using defined guidelinesAbility to provide clear explanations in EnglishSuitable for: SxS evaluations, safety checks, fluency/adequacy rating, annotation tasksL2 – Advanced LinguistIncludes all L1 skills plus:Excellent English fluencyAbility to evaluate translation qualityStrong content-generation and rewriting abilitiesExperience in long-context evaluation, prompt testing, transcription, and auditsL3 – Expert LinguistIncludes all L1 & L2 skills plus:Professional linguist with 3+ years of experienceSkilled in high-level content creation, audits, quality rewritesAbility to guide and review work of other linguistsPreferred QualificationsDegree in Linguistics, Literature, Translation, or related fieldPrior experience in linguistic data projects, annotation, or content evaluationFamiliarity with AI/ML, LLM, or data labeling environments (Nice to have)Contract DetailsFreelance/Independent contractor roleFlexible working hoursHow to ApplyIf you are interested, please share your CV to along with your suitable language(s).