Junior Linguist - Full-time Temporary Contract
Mango Languages is seeking a Linguist with exceptional content instincts to lead an ambitious development initiative. The Linguist will be responsible for planning and executing a clear strategy for long-form content across multiple products, maintaining high-quality standards—even in languages the candidate may not speak—and ensuring that projects remain on schedule. Close collaboration with linguists, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams is essential, along with clear, consistent communication and thorough documentation.
Ideal candidates will bring a background in linguistics, a passion for global cultures, and a deep understanding of what makes content effective and engaging. Experience with language-learning tools and creating diverse content types—such as articles, songs, and stories—is key, as is a strong comfort level using AI tools responsibly. The role will require cultural sensitivity, organizational efficiency, and a collaborative spirit, with a bonus for those who have proficiency in less commonly taught or non-Indo European languages. Candidates must be adaptable, communicative, and motivated by a love of language learning and cross-cultural exchange.
The contract for this position is tied to a specific project and will therefore last through project completion (likely 6-9 months). Contract extensions and/or conversion to employee status are a possibility if the project is extended and collaboration is successful.
Responsibilities
- Lead content development efforts by working with subject matter experts to generate educational content for world language and ESL learners
- Craft engaging, culturally-rich, fiction and non-fiction texts for language learners on a wide range of topics
- Develop and deliver on a content strategy for multiple products while keeping to a release calendar
- Ensure that content adheres to Mango Languages’ high quality standards, including content in languages you are not familiar with
- Plan and organize work so that teams keep project timelines
- Collaborate closely with other linguists and stakeholders to drive the project toward the desired goal
- Communicate effectively so that all teams understand expectations
- Create and maintain organized documentation
- Attend and participate in regular team meetings
- Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding content development team members
Job Requirements
- B.A. or M.A. in Linguistics or a related field
- Exceptional instincts for what constitutes engaging content
- Affinity for using AI tools, balanced with an understanding of their limitations
- Must have a global mindset and be eager to learn about other cultures
- Must have general linguistic knowledge of languages from different families
- Experience creating articles, stories, passages, songs, or other content
- Experience using language-learning products
- Native or near-native English speaker
- Reliable internet connection
Key Characteristics
- Enthusiasm for sharing the love of learning languages
- Strong attention to cultural nuance and sensitivity
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong skills in giving and receiving feedback
- Able to easily learn and adapt to new technology
- Strong communication skills and responsiveness
- Positive energy
Bonus
- Strong proficiency in one or more non-Indo European languages
Mango was founded to empower deeper human connections through language. We believe that language is an adventure; a journey to be embarked on by those of a bold and curious spirit, and a passion to connect more deeply with their global friends. Our award-winning language-learning system is powered by proven methodologies and world-class learning content. Available on mobile, tablet, and web-based platforms, our software is designed to establish retention and rapidly build conversation skills through smart, adaptive technology.
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