Remote English (UK) Linguist in the UK
Posted 7 days ago by TransPerfect
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of a Linguist at DataForce by TransPerfect involves curating and evaluating linguistic data, reviewing outputs from speech models, and annotating audio data while working remotely in the UK. The position requires idiomatic fluency in English (UK) and a strong understanding of linguistic concepts. The engagement is a full-time, fixed-term contract lasting 9 months, starting in January 2026. The role emphasizes attention to detail and collaboration to enhance data quality and task processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Curate and evaluate linguistic data with accuracy and attention to detail
- Proofread (e.g., audio scripts) and proof-listen audio data (e.g., recorded speech) for accuracy, pronunciation, and expressiveness
- Annotate and label audio data as needed to ensure quality and consistency
- Review and assess outputs generated by speech models
- Execute scripts via command line for task automation or data handling (running, not developing)
- Provide feedback and draw conclusions based on the analyzed data
- Collaborate with the team to continuously improve data quality and task processes
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Linguistics
- Strong understanding of core linguistic concepts such as phonetics, syntax, semantics, and morphology
- Understanding of phonetic transcription (e.g., IPA) or experience with audio and linguistic annotation is a significant advantage
- Idiomatic fluency in English (UK)
- Proficiency in an additional language (such as Italian, French, etc.) is a plus
- Previous experience in similar tasks such as data curation, linguistic evaluation, or phoneme labeling is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London Area
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job description
Work Location : United Kingdom (Remote/Work from home)
Engagement Model : Fixed-term contract; Full-time
Language Needed : English (UK)
Expected Start Date : Jan 2026
Engagement Duration : 9 months
DataForce by TransPerfect is seeking a Linguist with idiomatic fluency in English (UK) to join our team in the United Kingdom, working remotely on data curation and evaluation.
Role Summary
As a Linguist, you will curate and evaluate linguistic data, review outputs from speech models, and annotate audio data. You will also provide feedback based on data analysis.
Role Responsibilities
- Curate and evaluate linguistic data with accuracy and attention to detail
- Proofread (e,g. audio scripts) and proof-listen audio data (e.g. recorded speech) for accuracy, pronunciation, and expressiveness.
- Annotate and label audio data as needed to ensure quality and consistency.
- Review and assess outputs generated by speech models
- Execute scripts via command line for task automation or data handling (running, not developing)
- Provide feedback and draw conclusions based on the analyzed data
- Collaborate with the team to continuously improve data quality and task processes
Job requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Linguistics
- Strong understanding of core linguistic concepts such as phonetics, syntax, semantics, and morphology
- Understanding of phonetic transcription (e.g., IPA) or experience with audio and linguistic annotation is a significant advantage
- Idiomatic fluency in English (UK)
- Proficiency in an additional language (such as Italian, French, etc.) is a plus
- Previous experience in similar tasks such as data curation, linguistic evaluation, or phoneme labeling is a plus
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
DataForce by TransPerfect is part of the TransPerfect family of companies, the world’s largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, with offices in more than 100 cities worldwide. We offer high-quality data for Human-Machine Interaction to some of the most prestigious technology companies in the world. Our department focuses on gathering, enriching and processing data for Machine Learning in different AI domains.
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