Translation Reviewer - Japanese (Japan) at Welocalize

Project Ovierview We are seeking for Japanese Translation Reviewers responsible for ensuring the linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and technical precision of translated content. The primary goal is to perform quality checks and linguistic validation on datasets to ensure they meet high-quality standards for localized model performance.  What You Will do - Linguistic Validation: Perform comprehensive linguistic quality checks to ensure translations are grammatically correct and contextually accurate.  - Error Categorization: Identify and categorize linguistic errors according to specific safety and quality guidelines.  - Feedback Loop: Provide clear and concise explanations for required changes to help improve the performance of translation models or initial translators.  Requirements - Cultural Familiarity: Strong, demonstrable familiarity with the cultural nuances, social norms, with a focus on translation and regional nuances of the language.  - Required Fluency: Native or professional in English (C1/C2 level), Native or Professional in Japanese.  - Project-Specific Insight: Strong cultural insight and understanding of linguistic nuances in the target market.  - Cognitive Abilities: High attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to maintain accuracy in repetitive tasks.  - Technical/Tool Proficiency:  - Translation Software: Familiarity with Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools or specific internal annotation platforms. - Search Skills: Strong web search skills to verify localized terminology and cultural references. - Writing/Communication: Writing excellence in the target language and the ability to provide clear, actionable feedback. - Experience (Plus): Prior professional experience in translation, data annotation, or content localization is highly beneficial.  Project Details Contract Type: Freelance  Location: Japan (remote) Duration: 1 to 2 weeks Schedule: 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday, OR 2 hours Monday to Friday plus 10 hours over the weekend Why Join Welo Data?   ✨ Limitless Flexibility   Project-based opportunities that fit your availability. Choose when and how much you want to contribute—fully remote, with complete autonomy.    🌱 Limitless Growth   Optional access to AI and Large Language Model workshops designed specifically for professionals like you. No coding required—just your expertise.    🌍 Limitless Support   Be part of a global contributor community with responsive guidance and support.    💡 Real Impact   Apply your expertise in the Legal field to influence the AI systems shaping the future of your industry—while collaborating with data professionals and expanding your skills.   How to Apply?  Apply now by answering a few quick questions to join our database and become part of our growing community.  About Welo Data  Welo Data, part of Welocalize, is a global AI data company with 500,000+ contributors delivering high-quality, ethical data to train the world’s most advanced AI systems. We’re building smarter, more human AI with a diverse community in 100+ countries.   At Welo Data, Limitless AI. Limitless You. isn’t just a slogan—it’s our promise. We build smarter AI through the power of human contribution, offering limitless opportunities for our global community to grow, contribute, and work on their terms.