Linguist - Somali - UI Technical / Marketing - Remote

About this role

About the Opportunity We are expanding our talent network and seeking skilled Somali-language professionals with expertise in user interfaces, marketing localization, and retail content. Our ideal partners possess a nuanced command of market-specific nuances and consumer expectations. We value linguists who excel at software localization and brand storytelling, ensuring every string is clear, consistent, and culturally impactful.

What You'll Deliver - Precision in UX and Technical Content. Adapt complex software interfaces and support documentation with total accuracy, ensuring terminological rigor and a seamless experience for native Somali users. - Impactful Marketing Localization. Transform global campaigns and brand voices to hit home in the Somali-speaking market, maintaining the original creative spirit while maximizing local relevance. - Polished Product and E-commerce Copy.

Localize product and UI listings applying regional naming logic and formatting standards. - Brand Integrity and Quality Assurance. Uphold elite quality benchmarks to provide engaging, audience-centric content aligned with brand identity. - Agile Team Collaboration. Coordinate with our production and quality leads to execute high-stakes projects on schedule and within client specifications. Qualifications - Native-level proficiency in Somali.

- A graduate qualification in translation, linguistics, or language studies, OR a graduate qualification in another field plus 2 years of full-time professional translation experience, OR 5 years of full-time professional translation experience. - The ability to follow terminology and reference materials precisely. - Proven professional experience in translation and localization within marketing, UI/software, or e-commerce content.

- Experience with app or platform localization (mobile UI, social media, or web content) preferred. Why Collaborate with LILT? - Your schedule, your rules. As an independent contractor, work when you want, as much or as little as you want. No fixed hours, no check-ins, no micromanaging. - Get paid quickly and fairly. Competitive rates, prompt payments, no chasing invoices. - Work on projects that actually matter. Contribute to cutting-edge AI and language technology shaping how humans and machines communicate.