Māori Linguist

1 Month ago • 2 Years + • Localization

Job Summary

Job Description

LILT is seeking native Māori linguists with professional translation or linguistic experience. The company specializes in AI-powered translation for enterprises, using cutting-edge language technology and investing early in Large Language Models to improve translation quality. LILT's platform integrates with over 100 business systems, delivering accurate, nuanced translation across text, video, and speech in more than 100 languages. The role involves providing translation services and contributing to the advancement of machine translation technology. LILT is committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent hiring process, with final hiring decisions made by people.
Must have:
  • Native Māori speaker
  • Fluent in English
  • Minimum 2 years of translation experience
Good to have:
  • Linguistics-related degree preferred
Perks:
  • Free access to leading-edge NMT technology
  • Full training and support
  • Rapid payments via Tipalti
  • Welcoming community of professional linguists

Job Details

LILT in the News

About LILT

LILT was founded by Spence and John, who met at Google working on Google Translate and saw the need for better AI-powered translation in the enterprise. Since 2015, LILT has focused on building cutting-edge language technology, investing early in Large Language Models to improve translation quality and meet the demands of global organizations.

Today, LILT’s Contextual AI Engine, Connector APIs, and Human Adaptive Feedback deliver accurate, nuanced translation across text, video, and speech in 100+ languages. Integrated with 100+ business systems, LILT helps enterprises scale global growth and deliver seamless multilingual experiences. We are trusted by Intel Corporation, Canva, the United States Department of Defense, the United States Air Force, ASICS, and hundreds of global Enterprises. LILT is backed by visionary investors including Intel Capital, Sequoia Capital, and Redpoint.

Are you a native Māori linguist with a deep understanding of language and culture?

If you are a native speaker and have professional experience in translation or linguistic work, we’d love to hear from you!

Lilt is a San Francisco and Berlin-based LSP with a translator-focused business model. We're building a community of the world’s best translators based on fast and fair payments, consistent work, and innovative neural MT technology.

This is a remote, freelance opportunity.

Who we're looking for:

  • 🔹 Native Māori speakers with fluency in English

  • 🔹 Minimum 2 years’ experience in translation

  • 🔹 Linguistics-related degree preferred

What we offer:

  • Free access to our leading-edge NMT technology, with full training and support

  • Rapid payments via Tipalti — no invoicing needed

  • ✅ A welcoming and engaged community of professional linguists

Provided you're interested, please submit an updated version of your resume in English.

Information collected and processed as part of your application process, including any job applications you choose to submit, is subject to LILT's Privacy Policy at https://lilt.com/legal/privacy.

Information collected and processed as part of your application process, including any job applications you choose to submit, is subject to LILT's Privacy Policy at https://lilt.com/legal/privacy.

At LILT, we are committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent hiring process. As part of our recruitment efforts, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools to assist in the evaluation of applications, including résumé screening, assessment scoring, and interview analysis. These tools are designed to support human decision-making and help us identify qualified candidates efficiently and objectively. All final hiring decisions are made by people. If you have any concerns or require accommodations related to the use of AI in our hiring process, please let us know at recruiting@lilt.com.

LILT is an equal opportunity employer. We extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to an individual’s race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, veteran or marital status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. We are committed to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

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