Akan Language Expert
$40 - $95/hourpay
Required Skills
Akan language proficiency
linguistic
editing
translating
written communication
About micro1
micro1 is a data engine that helps AI labs train foundational models and enterprises build AI agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments used to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations used to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings. Our data engine includes an AI recruiter agent that sources and vets domain experts, a data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data, and a pipeline performance system that ensures both quality and velocity.
Our goal is to have 1 billion people doing meaningful work by contributing their expertise to the development of frontier AI models. We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered more than 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts expands to form the human intelligence layer for AGI.
Job Description
Job Title: Akan Language Expert
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
Join our customer's team as an Akan Language Expert, where your linguistic expertise will help advance cutting-edge AI language solutions. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing language technology, ensuring high-quality translations and robust linguistic data for AI training.
Key Responsibilities:
- Translate and localize content accurately between Akan and English, maintaining cultural and contextual integrity.
- Edit, proofread, and refine Akan language materials for clarity, consistency, and technical accuracy.
- Train and evaluate AI language models by providing expert linguistic insights and feedback on model outputs.
- Collaborate with AI developers, data scientists, and other language professionals to define language guidelines and best practices.
- Develop and curate Akan language datasets for natural language processing applications.
- Ensure the highest standards in written and verbal Akan communication for AI training purposes.
- Support continuous improvement of language resources and contribute to knowledge sharing within the customer's team.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Native or near-native proficiency in Akan, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated experience in translation, linguistic analysis, or language editing involving Akan.
- Exceptional written communication skills with keen attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of linguistic nuances, grammar, and cultural relevance in the Akan language.
- Ability to clearly articulate feedback, both in writing and verbally, to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience working on language technology, AI training, or related linguistic projects is a plus.
- Independent, reliable, and able to deliver high-quality results remotely.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in computational linguistics, language technology, or related fields.
- Prior involvement in AI model training or annotation projects.
- Familiarity with modern translation and localization tools.
This unique opportunity allows you to contribute to the improvement of AI systems as an Akan language expert AI trainer, directly impacting the quality and inclusivity of emerging language technologies while working closely with a driven and diverse remote team.