This is a Bilingual Language Specialist - Translator | $35/hr role with Mercor based in AU Mercor Role Seniority - mid level More about the Bilingual Language Specialist - Translator | $35/hr role at Mercor About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Position: Bilingual English–Japanese Language Expert Type: Independent Contractor Compensation: $25–$35/hour Location: Remote Duration: 1 months Commitment: 10 hours/week Role Responsibilities Review English-to-Japanese translations for fluency, accuracy, and local relevance. Flag unnatural phrasing and suggest culturally appropriate alternatives. Assess AI-generated outputs for quality, tone, and context alignment. Provide written feedback on nuanced linguistic errors or ambiguities. Maintain consistency and attention to detail across multiple review tasks. Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines with flexible hours. Qualifications Must-Have Native-level fluency in Japanese and fluent English proficiency. Strong reading speed and comprehension in both languages. Demonstrated experience with translation review or linguistic QA. High attention to detail and cultural sensitivity. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines on a flexible schedule. Compensation & Legal Paid weekly via Stripe Connect. Classified as an independent contractor. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) Submit your resume to get started. Complete a brief language proficiency and task review form. We typically follow up within 3–5 business days with next steps. Resources & Support For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. , Show more Show less Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mercor team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Reviewing translations Assessing AI outputs ✅ Maintaining consistency Key Strengths ️ Native-level fluency in Japanese ️ Fluent English proficiency Attention to detail Why Mercor is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Mercor not with Hatch.
