Linguistics Specialist (Remote)

Quik Hire Staffing; India; Remote; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Quik Hire Staffing is seeking a Linguistics Specialist to analyze language data and inform product development for AI systems. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine linguistic models and contribute to NLP improvements.

The position requires strong linguistics knowledge, NLP experience, and the ability to document findings clearly for diverse audiences, with the option to work remotely.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in linguistics, computational linguistics, or a related field with a focus on language structure and semantics.
• Experience in natural language processing (NLP) and familiarity with linguistic annotation tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex language data and derive actionable insights.
• Ability to write clear, technical documentation explaining linguistic concepts to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and scripting.
• Knowledge of language corpora, lexicons, or linguistic databases.
• Experience in evaluating language models for accuracy, bias, and cultural relevance.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth linguistic analysis of datasets to identify patterns, ambiguities, and inconsistencies in language usage.
• Develop and refine linguistic rules, guidelines, and annotations for machine learning models.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate linguistic insights into AI-driven products.
• Evaluate and validate the performance of language models against linguistic benchmarks.
• Document linguistic findings, methodologies, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Linguistics

NLP

Data analysis

Technical writing

Python/R

Linguistic databases

Model evaluation

Remote work

Education

Linguistics degree

Computational linguistics

Tools

Linguistic annotation tools

Python

R

Job description

We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Linguistics Specialists to work on a Full-Time basis. The role involves analyzing language data to inform product development and collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine linguistic models. Candidates will contribute to improving natural language processing systems through structured linguistic analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth linguistic analysis of datasets to identify patterns, ambiguities, and inconsistencies in language usage.
• Develop and refine linguistic rules, guidelines, and annotations for machine learning models.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate linguistic insights into AI-driven products.
• Evaluate and validate the performance of language models against linguistic benchmarks.
• Document linguistic findings, methodologies, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in linguistics, computational linguistics, or a related field with a focus on language structure and semantics.
• Experience in natural language processing (NLP) and familiarity with linguistic annotation tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex language data and derive actionable insights.
• Ability to write clear, technical documentation explaining linguistic concepts to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and scripting.
• Knowledge of language corpora, lexicons, or linguistic databases.
• Experience in evaluating language models for accuracy, bias, and cultural relevance.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote setting.

More About the Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information and Internet industry, contributing to the development of linguistically accurate AI systems. The work directly impacts the quality and reliability of language-based technologies used by millions of users worldwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.