⚠️ Expert Opportunity - Japanese-English Translator ($100/hr, up to $2,000/week)
Ethos
LinkedInGeneralTranslation/Interpretationvendor
LocationJapan
CountryJapan
Work modeOn-site
LevelGeneral
FunctionTranslation/Interpretation
Fieldvendor
Employment typeGeneral
Salary$100/hour
Posted15/08/2026
Job description
About This Opportunity
We're working with a leading foundational AI lab to find experienced Japanese-English translators who can help train their latest language model on professional document, spreadsheet, and slide deck tasks.
We're looking for Japanese-English translators with 4+ years of professional translation or cross-cultural business experience to create, evaluate, and refine AI-generated documents, spreadsheets, and slide decks across core workflows: business and legal translation review, localization and tone-adaptation QA, cultural-context and etiquette assessments, native-fluency writing evaluation, terminology and glossary management, and bilingual client-facing materials.
Compensation: $100/hour
Commitment: Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired)
Location: Fully remote, work on your own schedule
Start date: ASAP
Qualifications
4+ years in professional Japanese-English translation, localization, or bicultural business communications
Native or near-native fluency in Japanese, with direct experience reviewing high-stakes Japanese-language business or legal materials
Expert-level document, spreadsheet, and slide craftsmanship, with excellent written communication and attention to detail
About Ethos
Ethos is a new expert network built by a McKinsey/SoftBank/DeepMind team and backed by world-leading investors like General Catalyst. We connect experts with investors and consultancies for paid expert calls, speaking engagements, and advisory opportunities.
Key Requirements
4+ years in professional Japanese-English translation, localization, or bicultural business communications
Native or near-native fluency in Japanese, with direct experience reviewing high-stakes Japanese-language business or legal materials
Expert-level document, spreadsheet, and slide craftsmanship, with excellent written communication and attention to detail
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