Linguist (Slovenian)

TELUS Digital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Linguist, where you'll leverage your native Slovenian skills to enhance language processing technologies. In this role, you'll be responsible for annotating linguistic data, developing grammar rules, and identifying patterns that improve machine learning algorithms. Your work will directly contribute to innovative solutions in AI and voice technology, making a significant impact in the digital landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to work independently while being part of a dynamic team focused on advancing language technology solutions. If you have a passion for linguistics and technology, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Native level fluency in Slovenian is essential for this role.
• Experience with NLP tools and annotation work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Annotate and categorize Slovenian language data for machine learning models.
• Create grammar rules and language templates for language technologies.

Skills

Fluency in Slovenian

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Technical concept grasping

NLP tools experience

Annotation work experience

Knowledge of formal linguistics

Programming knowledge (Python, R)

Education

Formal linguistic education

Late-stage student in linguistics

Tools

CMS

SQL

Advanced Excel/Sheets

Job description

TELUS Digital (NYSE: TIXT) focuses on the value of human connection to design, build and deliver high-tech, high-touch customer experiences powered by next-gen digital solutions. With almost 75,000 team members and delivery centers across 30 countries in Africa, Asia, North and Central America, and Europe, TELUS Digital empowers customer experience innovation through digital enablement, spirited teamwork, agile thinking, and a caring culture that puts customers first. The company's solutions cover customer experience, content moderation, digital transformation, IT lifecycle, advisory and digital consulting, risk management, and back-office support. Fueling any stage of company growth, TELUS Digital partners with some of the world’s most disruptive brands from fast-growing tech, financial services and fintech, games, travel and hospitality, healthcare, and ICT industries. The company serves clients in over 50 languages. Learn more at: telusdigital.com

About the Position

As a Linguist at TELUS Digital, you will play a crucial role in our language processing and analysis team, focusing on the Slovenian language. Your primary responsibilities will include the annotation of linguistic data, which involves meticulously labeling and categorizing Slovenian language data to train and refine our machine learning models. You will be tasked with creating comprehensive grammar rules and language templates that will aid in the development of sophisticated language technologies such as voice assistants and translation systems. An essential part of your role will be to identify and analyze linguistic patterns within the Slovenian language, which will enhance the accuracy and efficiency of our language processing algorithms. Additionally, you will evaluate existing Slovenian linguistic data to ensure its accuracy and completeness, providing valuable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. Your contributions will directly impact the advancement and effectiveness of TELUS Digital's language technology solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Annotation
• Formulating language templates
• Finding patterns

Ideal candidates will have native level of fluency in Slovenian, could be a student in the late stages of their studies, and demonstrate some of the below:

Knowledge and experience

• Solid and comprehensive understanding of the formal aspects of the target language (e.g. grammar, parts of speech, formal/casual/dialects)
• Knowledge/awareness of linguistic terms and concepts
• Good understanding and interest in the current technology landscape: IT & computing, AI, machine learning, voice assistants, internet of things

Skills

• Grasping technical concepts and learning new tools
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with confidence and little oversight
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional skills:

• Experience using NLP tools and concepts
• Experience in annotation work
• Knowledge of formal linguistics
• Working knowledge of complex tools, e.g. CMS, SQL, Advanced Excel/Sheets
• Some knowledge of programming/coding (e.g. Python, R, regular expressions)
• Experience in testing, data processing, database management
• Formal linguistic education is a plus

Full training on tools and processes to be used will be provided.