Japanese Translation Editor (Technical Learning Content) - Part-time Contractor

Correlation One, the largest provider of AI and data workforce development programs globally, is seeking a Japanese Translation Editor to refine technical learning content for their Data Center Technician (DCTN) program.

The role involves reviewing and editing AI-generated Japanese translations against English source content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and natural phrasing while preserving technical meaning and learning objectives. You will work directly in Codio, a learning platform, and collaborate with subject matter experts to verify terminology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review AI-generated Japanese translations, correcting errors, omissions, unnatural phrasing, and inconsistent terminology.
• Restructure sentences and passages to ensure clarity and appropriateness for Japanese learners.
• Preserve technical meaning, learning objectives, and quiz accuracy while adapting phrasing.
• Edit and verify content directly in Codio, maintaining formatting and lesson structure.
• Consult and update the existing Japanese style guide and glossary with the team.
• Flag unclear English source content and consult subject matter experts for technical verification.
• Provide feedback on recurring translation issues to improve future AI-generated drafts.
• Manage work independently, communicate progress, and meet deadlines.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Professional experience in English-to-Japanese translation and Japanese editing, including rewriting for clarity and audience needs.
• Excellent written Japanese and strong English reading comprehension, with an understanding of differences in writing conventions.
• Ability to explain editorial decisions while preserving source meaning and adapting structure.
• Experience applying style guides and glossaries, researching terminology, and identifying issues requiring clarification.
• Comfort reviewing AI-generated translations critically and ensuring final content quality.
• Ability to learn Codio and work in an online content platform.
• Ability to work remotely and independently for 10–15 hours per week, with reliable written communication.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience editing or localizing educational content, technical training, e-learning, or assessments.
• Experience with IT, data centers, or engineering-related technical content.
• Experience with Codio or comparable learning platforms.
• Availability during US Eastern Time business hours (helpful but not required).

Optional Opportunity:

Collaborate with the team to evaluate translation tools and improve AI-supported translation workflows (participation is optional).