Sinhala Language Expert
Job Description
Bringing AI to the diverse linguistic landscape of Sri Lanka requires meticulous attention to languages like Sinhala. Your expertise will be fundamental in developing robust datasets that enable AI models to accurately comprehend and generate Sinhala, fostering more inclusive and effective technological interactions.
Key Responsibilities
Generate a wide array of Sinhala text data, covering diverse topics and communication styles.
Evaluate AI-generated Sinhala content for linguistic accuracy, naturalness, and cultural appropriateness.
Ensure precise usage of the Sinhala script, including character formation, diacritics, and conjuncts.
Provide detailed feedback on AI's ability to handle Sinhala specific grammatical structures and idiomatic expressions.
Perform linguistic evaluation tasks, such as part-of-speech tagging or semantic labeling, on Sinhala text.
Collaborate on defining quality standards and evaluation guidelines for Sinhala language data.
Ideal Qualifications
Native fluency in Sinhala with exceptional reading and writing skills in the Sinhala script.
Proven experience in Sinhala content creation, translation, or linguistic analysis.
In-depth understanding of Sinhala grammar, syntax, and cultural communication nuances.
Ability to articulate specific linguistic challenges and provide actionable feedback for AI development.
Prior experience in NLP data evaluation or quality assurance for low-resource languages is highly advantageous.
Bachelor's degree in Sinhala Studies, Linguistics, or a related field.
Project Timeline
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 5-month contract, with possibility of extension
• Commitment: Flexible, 12-20 hours per week
Contribute your Sinhala expertise to advance cutting-edge AI language models.