Q'eqchi' Language Expert (AI Trainer)

TL;DR

Q'eqchi' Language Expert (AI Trainer): Evaluating and refining large language models for Q'eqchi' linguistic accuracy and cultural nuance with an accent on dialectical variations, phonetics, and syntax. Focus on documenting model failure modes, improving prompt engineering, and ensuring semantic accuracy to support authentic AI interactions.

Location: Must be based in Mexico

Salary: $8–$65 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on providing high-quality training data for the development of advanced artificial intelligence models.

What you will do

• Converse with AI models in Q'eqchi' across diverse topics to test linguistic capabilities.
• Verify the accuracy of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural references within model outputs.
• Document failure modes and provide detailed feedback on semantic and contextual errors.
• Suggest improvements for prompt engineering and evaluation metrics.
• Ensure cultural nuance and dialectical distinctions are correctly represented.

Requirements

• Native or near-native proficiency in Q'eqchi' is required.
• Must be based in Mexico.
• Strong understanding of regional dialects, phonetics, syntax, and oral traditions.
• Ability to provide clear, metacognitive communication and document linguistic reasoning.
• Access to a secure computer and high-speed internet.

Nice to have

• Degree in Linguistics, Indigenous Studies, or Translation.
• Professional experience in teaching, language documentation, or community work.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible freelance project work.
• Opportunity to contribute to the preservation of Mayan knowledge.
• Direct impact on the development of next-generation AI models.