Freelance Punjabi Linguistic Tester (AI & Localization QA)

Acclaro combines cultural and language expertise with AI technology to help brands grow their global presence, connect with customers, and resonate with them. As a trusted partner to some of the world’s biggest brands and fastest-growing global companies, their mission is to harness the powerful combination of human expertise and cutting-edge technology. Their AI-powered business management and language platform ensures a faster time to market with measurable results, while their global team of language, country, and technology experts crafts localization strategies that empower customers to succeed in any market.

Position Overview

• Language Pair: English to Punjabi
• Domain: Information Technology, Software, and AI Content
• Experience: No previous linguistic testing experience required. Training and guidelines will be provided.
• Hardware Requirement: Must own a Mac device with an M-series chip (M1, M2, M3, M4, or newer). Note: This is an absolute technical requirement for their secure testing environment.

Responsibilities

As a Punjabi Linguistic Tester, you will:

• Perform Linguistic QA: Review and refine AI-generated and localized Punjabi content to ensure natural flow and cultural accuracy.
• Software & UI Testing: Navigate applications to identify layout issues, truncated text, and functional bugs in the Punjabi interface.
• Bug Reporting: Document and report linguistic and technical errors clearly in English using their testing guidelines.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Linguistic Proficiency: Native-level fluency in written and spoken Punjabi, paired with professional-level English comprehension and written communication skills.
• Hardware Specification (Mandatory): Active access to a Mac computer equipped with an Apple Silicon M-series chip (M1, M2, M3, M4, or newer).
• Cultural Competency: Strong, intuitive grasp of modern Punjabi cultural nuances, localized language trends, and regional idiomatic expressions.
• Technical Aptitude: Comfort navigating new software interfaces, adhering to detailed testing guidelines, and reporting technical/linguistic bugs clearly in English.
• Work Environment: Reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated workspace suitable for remote, independent contract work.
• Attention to Quality: Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to consistently identify minor grammatical, formatting, and user-interface (UI) errors.
• Professional Experience: No prior experience in linguistic testing or translation is required; however, candidates must be willing and able to complete the mandatory onboarding training.

Benefits

• Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere, managing your own hours around project deadlines.
• Long-Term Collaboration Opportunities: Build lasting partnerships with Acclaro; successful candidates will become part of their preferred talent pool for ongoing, periodic project assignments.
• Cutting-Edge Tech: Gain experience working with advanced localization workflows, AI-driven translation tools, and global brand content.
• Elite Projects: Build your portfolio by working on software utilized by millions of global users daily.