Mercor is seeking experienced Swahili Linguistic Experts to join a cutting-edge AI research project in partnership with a leading research lab. This role centers on evaluating how effectively a large language model (LLM) performs in Swahili-language tasks and on curating high-quality Swahili linguistic data to train and improve the model's understanding and generation capabilities.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Evaluate the quality and accuracy of LLM-generated Swahili text across various use cases (e.g., translation, summarization, dialogue, grammar correction).
- Edit, refine, or rewrite Swahili content to meet linguistic and cultural standards for Swahili-speaking audiences.
- Annotate Swahili text for grammatical, syntactic, and semantic features.
- Identify model errors and language gaps, and collaborate with AI researchers to improve LLM performance.
- Provide detailed linguistic feedback and analysis to guide ongoing model training efforts.
**You're a Strong Fit If You Have**
- Native or near-native fluency in Swahili, with excellent command over grammar, syntax, and stylistics.
- Professional experience in translation, editing, linguistic annotation, or NLP data work in Swahili.
- Strong understanding of Swahili nuances, regional variations, register, and context-appropriate usage.
- Professional fluency in English.
- Interest in AI and LLM-driven language technologies (preferred but not required).
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot subtle errors or unnatural phrasing.
- Clear communication skills and experience working in distributed, remote teams.
**Why Join**
- Contribute to cutting-edge AI research in partnership with a leading research lab.
- Work on high-impact projects that directly support the development of advanced AI systems.
- Gain hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art AI research and development.
- Join a fast-moving project where your expertise and judgment can have a meaningful impact.
