Remote Korean Language Expert for AI Content & Translation

YO AI Labs; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking a Korean Language Expert as a contractor to contribute linguistic expertise to AI training and evaluation initiatives. You will evaluate, translate, annotate, and improve Korean-language content to help AI systems understand and generate natural, culturally aware language.

No prior AI experience is required; your Korean language proficiency and linguistic judgment are what matter most. Remote role with flexible collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Korean language proficiency required.
• Bilingual Korean-English communication skills essential.
• Background in linguistics or translation preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication in both Korean and English.
• Experience with translation/localization processes.
• Ability to evaluate language content for accuracy and quality.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all work tasks.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and generate Korean-language content for accuracy, clarity, fluency, and cultural relevance.
• Analyze Korean content to assess natural usage, grammar, tone, and idiomatic correctness.
• Provide linguistic feedback and annotations to improve AI language understanding and output quality.
• Translate and localize content between Korean and English, prioritizing meaning over literal translation.
• Collaborate with project participants to improve data collection, evaluation, and annotation processes.
• Help develop language guidelines and resources tailored to AI training and evaluation.
• Participate in regular written and verbal communication to discuss project progress and best practices.

Skills

Korean Language Proficiency

Bilingual Korean-English Communication

Linguistics

Written and Verbal Communication

Translation and Localization

Language Content Evaluation

Attention to Detail

Education

Linguistics/Translation background

Job description

Job Title: Korean Language Expert

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Korean Language Experts to contribute their linguistic knowledge and bilingual expertise to a dynamic project focused on improving next-generation AI systems. In this role, you will evaluate, create, translate, and annotate Korean-language content to help enhance AI models' ability to understand and generate accurate, natural, and culturally appropriate language.

No prior AI experience is required—your Korean language expertise and linguistic judgment are what matter most.

Scope of Work

• Evaluate and generate Korean-language content for accuracy, clarity, fluency, and cultural relevance.
• Analyze Korean written and spoken content to assess natural usage, grammar, tone, and idiomatic correctness.
• Provide detailed linguistic feedback and annotations to improve AI language understanding and output quality.
• Translate and localize content between Korean and English, prioritizing contextual meaning and natural expression over literal translation.
• Collaborate with project participants to improve data collection, evaluation, and annotation processes.
• Help develop language guidelines and resources tailored to AI training and evaluation.
• Participate in regular written and verbal communication to discuss project progress, challenges, and best practices.

Required Skills

• Korean Language Proficiency
• Bilingual Korean-English Communication
• Linguistics
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Translation and Localization
• Language Content Evaluation
• Attention to Detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Korean with advanced English proficiency.
• Educational or professional background in linguistics, translation, localization, language studies, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Korean and English.
• Professional experience working with language data, translation, localization, content review, or linguistic analysis.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive, and actionable linguistic feedback.
• Familiarity with language technology, digital content platforms, or AI-related projects is a plus.
• Strong intercultural awareness and sensitivity to nuances in Korean language and communication styles.