Wolof Language Expert
$40 - $95/hourpay
Required Skills
Wolof language proficiency
editing
writing
translating
attention to detail
About micro1
micro1 connects domain experts to the development of frontier AI models. Real-world expertise is turned into training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how models perform. AI labs and enterprises use micro1 to train models and build reliable AI agents through advanced evaluations and reinforcement learning environments. Experts contribute directly to how AI systems learn, reason, and perform across domains like finance, healthcare, engineering, and more. Our platform identifies and vets top talent through an AI recruiter, enabling high-quality contributions at scale.
Our goal is to enable 1 billion people to do meaningful work by applying their expertise to AI. We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered over 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts grows into the human intelligence layer for AI.
Job Description
Job Title: Wolof Language Expert
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
Join our customer’s team as a Wolof Language Expert AI Trainer, helping shape the next generation of language technologies. You will utilize your deep Wolof proficiency to provide high-quality editing, writing, and translation, ensuring linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance in a fast-paced, collaborative remote environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver expert-level translation and localization of diverse content between Wolof and English.
- Edit and proofread Wolof language materials for clarity, grammar, and cultural appropriateness.
- Write original content in Wolof, adhering to project requirements and style guidelines.
- Provide linguistic feedback to improve AI language models and training datasets.
- Collaborate with project managers, linguists, and engineers to meet quality and deadlines.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews to uphold accuracy and consistency.
- Maintain clear written and verbal communication with team members to resolve linguistic queries.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Native or near-native proficiency in Wolof, with an in-depth understanding of idiomatic expressions and cultural nuances.
- Proven experience in editing, writing, and translating Wolof content.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
- Familiarity with linguistic data annotation is an advantage.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an AI Trainer or similar role in language technology projects.
- Background in linguistics, translation studies, or related field.
- Experience working with cross-functional international teams.