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TranslatedJapanese Language Lead (Freelance)
Translated is looking for a freelance Japanese Language Lead to join their network. Founded in 1999, the company builds AI-powered translation tools and enterprise localization platforms,…
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Translated is looking for a freelance Japanese Language Lead to join their network. Founded in 1999, the company builds AI-powered translation tools and enterprise localization platforms, supporting over 400,000 clients worldwide. In this remote, independent position, the professional will operate as a cultural and linguistic expert, guaranteeing that assignments connect authentically with the Taiwanese audience. The role involves handling translation and revision tasks for major enterprise accounts while overseeing linguistic…
Job Description
Translated is looking for a freelance Japanese Language Lead to join their network. Founded in 1999, the company builds AI-powered translation tools and enterprise localization platforms, supporting over 400,000 clients worldwide. In this remote, independent position, the professional will operate as a cultural and linguistic expert, guaranteeing that assignments connect authentically with the Taiwanese audience.
The role involves handling translation and revision tasks for major enterprise accounts while overseeing linguistic standards. Duties include mentoring a team of linguists, tracking performance, organizing training sessions, conducting root cause analysis, and driving team management activities to meet established key performance indicators. Candidates must pass a roughly 500-word translation test followed by a structured onboarding program before joining the enterprise linguist pool.
Responsibilities
- Execute translation and revision tasks that satisfy established quality key performance indicators
- Offer linguistic and cultural consultancy specifically for Japanese
- Perform root cause analysis using internal tools or client platforms
- Supervise and enhance linguistic quality across assigned accounts to reach key performance indicators
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of output quality for the target language across the team and individual members
- Independently manage team and quality initiatives to achieve goals set by the company
Requirements
- Native-level fluency in Japanese combined with a strong command of English
- Demonstrated working knowledge of computer-aided translation tools
- Prior background as a translator or proofreader serving one or more major international brands
- Experience in a Language Lead or comparable position involving team and performance management
Qualifications
- Subject matter expertise in IT, tourism, or healthcare
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Candidates are required to complete a translation test of approximately 500 words. Successful applicants then go through a structured onboarding and training program.
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