AI training contract
Japanese Language Expert
Language & Audio · USD 20-36 an hour. · 15 openings
Japanese Language Expert is contract work for micro1, reviewing and correcting what AI models produce in language & audio. The output of the job is expert judgement written down: a model gives an answer, someone who knows the subject decides whether it is right and explains why.
What it requires. No credential is stated on this listing beyond experience in the field.
What it pays. USD 20 to USD 36 an hour, as published by micro1. Rates in this category track how rare the credential is rather than how hard the work is.
Where. The listing says this role is remote and names no country. micro1 says it hires talent from around the world, except people who reside in Afghanistan, Belarus, China, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Macao, Myanmar, North Korea, Russian Federation, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, Ukraine, and Yemen. So this page lists every other country as eligible, on the strength of that rule and not of anything this listing says. Requirements can still differ by role, so check the application page on micro1 before you apply.
micro1 lists 15 openings on this role.
Skills named: apanese Language Fluency, Audio Transcription, Attention to detail.
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Full listing, as published by micro1
Role Title: Japanese Language Expert Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote micro1 is engaging Japanese Transcription Experts to contribute to a customer project focused on audio transcription and AI training. In this role, you'll apply your Japanese language expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. Scope of Work Transcribe Japanese audio samples accurately, capturing content, context, speaker nuances, and linguistic details. Review, edit, and validate Japanese transcripts for completeness, clarity, and adherence to project guidelines. Correct errors, inconsistencies, or ambiguities in machine-generated or human-created transcriptions. Annotate audio files or transcripts with relevant metadata and contextual notes as required. Collaborate with project managers and other experts to ensure consistency and quality across deliverables. Use transcription tools and platforms to process and submit work according to project requirements. Contribute linguistic and cultural insights to improve AI model understanding and performance. Preferred Qualifications Native-level fluency in Japanese, with strong comprehension of both spoken and written language. Professional experience in audio transcription, linguistic review, localization, or related language work is strongly encouraged. Familiarity with transcription conventions, audio review workflows, annotation tools, or speech data projects is preferred. Keen attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to recognize subtle language, pronunciation, or context differences in audio samples. Proficiency in English to follow project instructions and manage occasional English-language content. Previous participation in AI training data, data annotation, or language technology projects is a plus. Strong organizational skills and commitment to delivering high-quality, timely submissions.
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Rate, openings and requirements checked 2026-09-25 against micro1's own public postings.