Linguist - German

Role Overview

The Linguist - Data Specialist (Ling II) is linguist focused on data-driven tasks such as data collection, annotation, and analysis. This role supports the development and evaluation of language technologies by providing high-quality linguistic data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in general linguistics or computational linguistics, Computer Science, Speech Science, language studies, or a related field, plus 1-2 years of industry experience; OR a master’s degree with relevant experience (internship, thesis project, etc.).
• Knowledge of syntax, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, corpus linguistics, and other areas of linguistics.
• Experience with data annotation, linguistic analysis, or corpus management.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with at least one annotation tool or platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation: Maintains clear records of data sources, annotation guidelines, and project progress.
• Continuous Learning: Develops expertise in new annotation tools, linguistic concepts, and data management practices.