Yucateco Dialect Specialist (AI)

TL;DR

Yucateco Dialect Specialist (AI): Evaluating and training large language models on Yucateco grammar, syntax, and semantics with an accent on identifying failure modes in complex linguistic structures. Focus on documenting error traces, verifying factual accuracy, and refining prompt engineering to improve model reasoning for the Yucateco language.

Location: Must be based in Mexico

Salary: $6–$65 per hour

Company

hirify.global is an organization focused on developing high-quality training data for large-scale language models.

What you will do

• Converse with AI models on various language scenarios to test linguistic capabilities.
• Verify the factual accuracy and logical soundness of model outputs.
• Document failure modes related to verb conjugation, word order, and stylistic variation.
• Capture reproducible error traces for model hardening.
• Suggest improvements to prompt engineering and evaluation metrics.

Requirements

• Must be based in Mexico
• Native-level fluency or deep practical understanding of Yucateco grammar, syntax, and phonology.
• Ability to provide clear, metacognitive communication regarding linguistic analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Yucateco language, linguistics, or equivalent experience in teaching or translation.
• Access to a secure computer and high-speed internet.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible freelance project-based work.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of AI for indigenous languages.
• Competitive hourly compensation based on expertise and location.