AI Trainer: Hiring Malayalam Sports & Recreation Experts

Apex Data Sciences; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data sciences firm in India seeks experts in Indian sports culture to craft prompts in Malayalam and evaluate AI outputs. Candidates must possess native fluency in Malayalam and a strong command of English while having deep expertise in Indian sports history, traditional games, and modern sports. This role is crucial in shaping how AI interprets India's rich sporting heritage and socio-cultural dynamics. Applicants with advanced degrees or extensive relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Fluency in reading and writing Malayalam is essential.
• Strong English proficiency is required for interpretation.
• Experience in Indian sports, games, and regional practices is crucial.
• Passion for precision, language, and cultural nuance.

Responsibilities

• Craft context-rich prompts in Malayalam based on sports and local games.
• Evaluate AI model outputs for cultural relevance and accuracy.
• Collaborate with a team to enhance AI understanding of Indian sports.
• Collaborate with an international team shaping how AI understands Indian languages and the socio-cultural fabric of recreation, games, and physical expression.

Skills

Native fluency in Malayalam

Strong command of English

Deep expertise in Indian sports

Understanding of traditional games

Knowledge of modern Indian sports

Sports sociology understanding

Experience in athlete narratives

Knowledge of coaching methodologies

Passion for cultural nuance

Education

PhD, MPhil, or Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Compensation

Among the highest in the industry, aligned with experience and expertise.

Who should apply

We are not looking for general translators, freelancers, or content writers. We are looking for the top 1% of experts deeply grounded in Indian sports history, local games, physical culture, and recreational traditions.

Qualifications

• Native fluency in Malayalam (reading and writing)
• Strong command of English (for prompt interpretation and evaluation)
• Deep academic, professional, or field expertise in Indian sports, games, and recreation, such as:
• Indian sports history and evolution of physical culture
• Traditional and indigenous games (kabaddi, kho-kho, mallakhamb, etc.)
• Regional sports traditions and community-based physical practices
• Modern Indian sports ecosystem (cricket, athletics, Olympic sports, leagues, etc.)
• Sports sociology, gender, caste, and politics in the Indian context
• Athlete biographies, narratives, and sports journalism
• Coaching, training methodologies, and grassroots sports development
• Recreational cultures, fitness movements, and everyday play practices in India
• PhD, MPhil, or Master’s degree preferred, or extensive credible experience in the field will also be considered.
• Passion for precision, language, and cultural nuance

Your Role

• Craft context-rich prompts in Malayalam based on traditional and modern sports, local games, athlete narratives, and regional recreation to challenge AI models
• Evaluate model outputs for accuracy, cultural relevance, tone, and regional specificity
• Identify blind spots and weaknesses in AI’s understanding of India’s diverse sporting heritage—from kabaddi and mallakhamb to cricket fandom and regional tournaments
• Collaborate with an international team shaping how AI understands Indian languages and the socio-cultural fabric of recreation, games, and physical expression

This is not a translation or content-writing gig. We are seeking true experts to shape the next generation of AI systems.