Machine Translation Evaluation - English <> Hungarian; Project Vistula

About the role

Appen is currently engaged in a significant initiative known as Project Vistula, focused on enhancing the capabilities of a major translation engine through rigorous evaluation. In this role, you will own the critical assessment of machine-generated text, ensuring that linguistic integrity is maintained across both English and Hungarian language pairs. Your work will directly influence the refinement of translation software by providing precise and actionable feedback on output quality. You are responsible for reviewing translations with a keen eye for detail, identifying any discrepancies in meaning, tone, or grammatical accuracy. This position requires a high degree of linguistic judgment to determine whether translations meet professional standards. By assessing the nuances of both source and target texts, you contribute to the overall improvement of automated translation systems. Your role is integral to the success of the project, as your evaluations help shape the future of machine translation for end users.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Evaluate and assign quality scores to translated content, determining accuracy and fluency between English and Hungarian.
• Analyze translated sentences for grammatical correctness, idiomatic expression, and contextual appropriateness.
• Identify specific errors in vocabulary usage, syntax, and punctuation within machine-generated translations.
• Document observations with clear and concise notes to explain the reasoning behind each assigned score.
• Compare multiple translation outputs to select the most coherent and linguistically sound version.
• Provide structured feedback that highlights strengths and pinpoints areas requiring improvement in the source engine.
• Assess the naturalness of translated text, ensuring it reads as if produced by a fluent human speaker.
• Detect inconsistencies in terminology, style, or tone that may affect the readability of the translated material.
• Collaborate indirectly with engineering teams by supplying high-quality evaluation data used to train models.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client data, project details, and evaluation methodologies throughout the engagement.
• Follow detailed project guidelines and scoring rubrics to ensure consistency across all reviewed files.
• Contribute to the overall reliability of the translation platform by supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• You must be a native speaker of Hungarian with an intuitive grasp of the language in all formal and informal contexts.
• You must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English, enabling full comprehension and accurate evaluation of English source text.
• You must possess professional experience in a language-focused field, such as translation, linguistics, or teaching, to ensure appropriate expertise.
• You must be capable of working independently, managing your time effectively, and meeting project expectations without direct supervision.
• You must have strong reading and analytical skills, allowing you to detect subtle differences in meaning and expression.
• You must be comfortable working with digital platforms, including logging into systems and following online instructions accurately.
• You must be detail-oriented, with the ability to focus on complex linguistic elements for extended periods.
• You must adhere to project deadlines and follow instructions precisely to maintain the integrity of the evaluation process.

Nice to have

• Previous experience in machine translation evaluation or quality assurance, allowing for a faster onboarding process.
• Familiarity with standard evaluation metrics and scoring frameworks used in linguistic assessment.
• Knowledge of translation technology tools or workflows that support efficient review cycles.

Practical notes

• Compensation is set at $10.50 per file, with each file typically requiring 15 to 20 minutes to complete, resulting in an estimated hourly rate of $31.50 to $42.00.
• You must select both Hungarian and English as your primary or additional languages during the application process to avoid automatic rejection.
• If selected, you will receive an email from CrowdGen to set up your account, reset your password, and complete the onboarding steps before beginning work.
• This is an independent contractor, project-based engagement, meaning you will manage your own schedule and deliver results according to project timelines.
• No travel is required, and there are no specific visa requirements mentioned for this role based on the provided information.
• Please ensure your availability aligns with the expectations of consistent, timely file completion once onboarded.