Italian Linguist

Summary

Join DataForce by TransPerfect as a Linguist and contribute to the advancement of speech models. Work remotely from Italy on a 9-month contract starting in June 2025. Your responsibilities will include curating and evaluating linguistic data, reviewing speech model outputs, and executing automation scripts. You will also provide data-driven feedback and collaborate on process improvements. This role requires a master's degree in Linguistics and strong linguistic knowledge. Fluency in Italian and advanced English is essential.

Requirements

• Applicants must hold a master’s degree or higher in Linguistics
• Strong understanding of linguistic concepts such as phonetics, syntax, semantics, and morphology
• Strong understanding of phonetic transcription (eg., IPA)
• Idiomatic fluency in Italian
• Advanced level of English
• Detail-oriented with good analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Curate and evaluate linguistic data with accuracy and attention to detail
• Review and assess outputs generated by speech models
• Execute scripts via command line for task automation or data handling (running, not developing)
• Provide feedback and draw conclusions based on the analyzed data
• Collaborate with the team to continuously improve data quality and task processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with phoneme labeling, analyzing audio for phonetic patterns or conducting annotations in TTS/ASR systems is a plus
• Previous experience in similar tasks (data curation, evaluation, or linguistic analysis) is a plus
• Proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus