Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart

What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.

Meet the team behind this journey

Thanks to our unique technology, DeepL is able to provide the world’s best AI language services. To keep it that way, we need your expert linguistic and communication skills. You will join our international and highly motivated team of linguists at DeepL, providing linguistic expertise and industry insights throughout the company to help break down language barriers and bring the language industry into the age of AI. You will serve as a linguistic and cultural advisor across the company, bringing industry insights and expertise throughout project and product lifecycles. Your work will include testing and evaluating DeepL’s products, as well as identifying, classifying, and reporting on systemic errors. The job will also give you the opportunity to grow and learn alongside other talented professionals as you take on a wide array of interesting linguistic tasks that require problem-solving, language analysis, proofreading, editing and reviewing language data, and advising on various cultural aspects of your language. At DeepL, you’ll find a workplace that’s both challenging and rewarding. If you are passionate about language and excited by the opportunities ahead, we would love to hear from you!

Your responsibilities

• Serve as a linguistic advisor for your language across the company, interacting with a wide range of stakeholders from Research to Product to Sales and beyond

• Test and evaluate DeepL’s products and their features both before and after launch

• Assess the linguistic quality of data generated by both humans and machines

• Work with colleagues in Language Data & Insights and Research to help guarantee the quality of the linguistic data DeepL uses to train its models

• Design tests and examples to help DeepL identify the right freelancers for linguistic projects

• Evaluate work done by freelance linguists and provide them with actionable feedback based on project needs and expectations

• Work with ambiguous and/or highly complex language data in your language plus at least one foreign language

• Investigate and evaluate language complaints submitted by users and offer your linguistic analysis

• Explain linguistic phenomens to a wide range of target audiences, from those with little to no linguistic expertise to fellow linguists

Qualities we look for

• Fluent Mandarin speaker

• An educational background from China

• Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, translation, foreign languages, language teaching, or a related field

• At least 2 years of experience working in translation, localization, linguistics, education, or a related field

• English fluency (C1+)

• Expert understanding of Mandarin language, from the linguistic perspective and the ability to break down complex linguistic matters in a way that anyone can understand, including non-speakers of that language

• Deep knowledge of and familiarity with reputable linguistic resources for Mandarin Chinese

• Expert understanding of research best practices

• Experience working with machine translation and identifying error patterns common to machine output

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and spoken

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adapting to new circumstances

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in linguistics, translation, foreign languages, language teaching, or a related field (Or a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 or more years of experience in the industry)

• Fluency (B2+) in at least one other foreign language—the more, the better!

• At least a basic understanding of LLMs, NLP, AI

• Experience with AI prompting

• Teaching experience is a plus

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.

• Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.

• Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.

• Virtual Shares - An ownership mindset in every role. We believe everyone should share in our success, and that’s why every employee receives Virtual Shares, linking your contribution directly to DeepL’s growth and rewarding you with a stake in our future.

• Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.

• Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.

• 30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.

• Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer

You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.