Post-Editors with Simplified Chinese (Remote for Freelancers)

LocalEyes; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in localization services is seeking skilled Machine Translation Post-Editors fluent in Simplified Chinese. In this remote role, you will enhance machine-generated translations to ensure they meet client expectations, focusing on accuracy and cultural relevance. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Translation or Applied Linguistics, with strong English skills and experience in translation and proofreading, particularly in IT and software. Join a dynamic team that values flexibility and innovation as you help global companies succeed in new markets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Translation or Applied Linguistics required.
• Experience in Machine Translation Post-Editing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform Post-Editing on Machine Translation outputs according to client specifications.
• Ensure high grammatical accuracy and maintain key terminology.

Skills

Machine Translation Post-Editing

Translation and Proofreading

Problem-solving skills

Cultural Competence

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Translation

Degree in Applied Linguistics

Tools

SDL Studio

Translation Memory tools

Translation Management Systems (TMS)

CAT tools

Job description

This is a remote position.

About us

LocalEyes Group is a leading provider of Localization Services to the international computer and software sectors with headquarters in Ireland and subsidiaries in Europe and the US.

We work with the world's most innovative companies. We help them to grow and expand in new markets, providing experts and cultural awareness.

LocalEyes Group is recruiting Machine Translation Post-Editors with Simplified Chinese to be part of our growing Teams.

The role

In this role, you will be required to perform Post-Editing (light and full) on Machine Translation outputs in accordance with client specifications.

You will:

1. Ensure target text correctly reflects the meaning of the source.
2. Provide corrections and text optimization based on the MT output.
3. Understand post-editing guidelines and ensure quality standards meet client expectations.
4. Perform linguistic tasks as per project instructions and other references (translation memory, glossary, style guides, etc.).
5. Ensure high grammatical accuracy while maintaining key terminology, spotting inconsistencies and incorrect cultural references.
6. Correct formatting/tagging, punctuation, country specifics, terminology, style, fluency as per guidelines.

Main requirements:

1. Degree in Translation, Applied Linguistics or equivalent experience.
2. Native speaker in Simplified Chinese language.
3. Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) experience required.
4. Preferred experience in translation and proofreading specialized in IT and Software.
5. Excellent command of the English language in both comprehension and writing.
6. Experience with Translation Memory tools and Translation Management Systems (TMS).
7. IT skills with knowledge and experience of SDL Studio and CAT tools.
8. Comfortable with technology and open to learn to use new tools.
9. Excellent understanding of Machine Translation Post-Editing processes and tools.
10. Linguistic and cultural competences of both source and target language.
11. Adaptive to fast-paced work environment with multiple changes of project priorities.
12. Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
13. Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Field of expertise: IT/Software and technical expertise including Software UI and product documentation translation.
Location: Remote.
Schedule: This work is based on project needs. Hours can vary and flexibility with a changing schedule is very important.
Employment type: Freelance.