Japanese Language Expert

micro1; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

micro1 is seeking a Japanese Language Expert for a remote contract role. You will apply your linguistic expertise to support high-quality transcription and translation tasks for AI training projects. This position emphasizes accuracy, independence, and collaboration with a remote team.

Ideal candidates have native-level Japanese and strong English, plus experience with transcription tools. You will transcribe, edit, and review bilingual materials to ensure precise results and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and strong command of English.
• Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, or related language services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in transcription work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Proficiency with transcription tools and digital collaboration platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe audio and written materials accurately between Japanese and English.
• Review and edit transcripts to maintain linguistic and contextual fidelity.
• Collaborate with team members to uphold project quality standards.
• Provide insightful linguistic feedback to enhance transcription processes.
• Meet project deadlines and deliver consistent, polished results.
• Manage multiple transcription tasks with a keen attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively via written and verbal channels with team members.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese-English

Transcription experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Remote work

Transcription tools

Time management

Job description

Job Title: Japanese Language Expert

Job Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Transcribe audio and written materials accurately between Japanese and English.
2. Review and edit transcripts to maintain linguistic and contextual fidelity.
3. Collaborate with team members to uphold project quality standards.
4. Provide insightful linguistic feedback to enhance transcription processes.
5. Meet project deadlines and deliver consistent, polished results.
6. Manage multiple transcription tasks with a keen attention to detail.
7. Communicate effectively via written and verbal channels with team members.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and strong command of English.
2. Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, or related language services.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
4. Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in transcription work.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
6. Proficiency with transcription tools and digital collaboration platforms.
7. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Prior experience with bilingual transcription projects.
2. Familiarity with technical terminology across different industries.
3. Background in language studies, linguistics, or similar fields.