LINGUIST List 25.2787

Wed Jul 02 2014

Jobs: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonetics: Language Architect, Lionbridge Inc.

Editor for this issue: Andrew Lamont <alamontlinguistlist.org>

Date: 01-Jul-2014
From: Kati Sarkka <kati.sarkkalionbridge.com>
Subject: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonetics: Language Architect, Lionbridge Inc., Tampere, Pirkanmaa area, Finland
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University or Organization: Lionbridge Inc.
Department: Tampere, Finland
Job Location: Tampere, Pirkanmaa area, Finland
Web Address: http://www.lionbridge.com
Job Title: Language Architect

Job Rank: Language Architect

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Phonetics


Description:

**This position has been filled.

Lionbridge is the leading provider of translation, development, language and testing solutions that enable clients to create, release, manage and maintain their technology applications and Web content globally.

A key differentiator for Lionbridge is our global footprint, which enables us to deliver superior service to customers through local contacts and resources. We employ more than 4,200 specialists, including linguists, computational linguists, project managers, engineers, subject matter experts, content developers, application developers and quality assurance professionals, in 26 countries. We also work with a network of 85,000 independent multilingual workers including translators, interpreters, web raters and subject matter experts across more than 100 countries.

We are looking for new language technology talents to work in our NLS team based in Tampere, Finland.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about language, quality and delighting the customer. If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you, please complete your application!

Required Skills/Background:

- Bachelor's or Master's in Computational Linguistics, General linguistics, Phonetics or other Language Technology related area
- Strong linguistic comprehension
- Experience in annotation/corpus/dictionary/terminology work
- Experience in Language Technology- either educational or work experience
- Experience in language tool development
- Experience in scripting languages (Python, xml, Regular Expression, etc.)
- Experience in annotation/corpus/dictionary/terminology work
- Comfortable interacting with customers, sales minded attitude
- A strong desire to learn
- Comfortable working under pressure to meet deadlines
- Experience in the field of phonetics and Speech engines development is a plus
- Experience in project management in language technology projects is a plus
- Excellent English skills, other language skills are a plus

Please complete your application as soon as possible, but not later than July 17, 2014. Please complete all the details, including your availability and salary wish.

We only consider applications written in English or Finnish. Applicants are invited to interviews based on their applications.

Application Deadline: This position has been filled.

Web Address for Applications: https://www.lionbridge.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=10942&CurrentPage=1
Contact Information:
HR Manager Kati Sarkka
Email: kati.sarkkalionbridge.com

Page Updated: 10-Jul-2014