Country Language Editor - Indonesia

City: Sofia

Job Type: Temporary

Language: Bahasa

Akkodis (formerly Modis), is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation.

With more than 17 years of experience in Bulgaria, we deliver technology solutions in IT, Software, Cloud, and Digital fields. We have around 1200 employees in our two office locations and now we are looking for more talents to join us in our mission of engineering a smarter future.

Job Description

The Country Language Editor Temp. will have a detailed knowledge and background on the country where they resided in the past 5 years at least, will be proficient in the local language and will be able to support our mapping project with very detailed knowledge on cultural specifics and logistics in the respective country. They will be part of an international environment where they will be able to use their linguistic skills and will demonstrate great analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Analyse geographic and linguistic source data from the country ensuring accuracy and relevance
Review and provide feedback on geographic data and correct navigation data
Recommend and implement cartographic improvements based on the local markets enhancing user experience
Improve large datasets together with an international team
Research "Point of interests" in local areas
Label training data for machine learning of an address parser
Review and correct pronunciation of street and place names, and provide suggestions for improvement

Requirements

Soft skills:

Fluent or native speaker in the local language – Indonesian
Professional proficiency in English
Confident user of word processing and spreadsheet software such as MS Word and MS Excel
Motivated to learn how to use new software tools
Pragmatic and proactive attitude
Detail oriented
Excellent communicator
Able to work both independently and with others
Analytical thinking
Very good understanding of local road laws

Technical Skills:

Experience with macOS
Experience with GIS software will be considered an advantage
Knowledge of product localisation
Experience working with databases and data analysis
Experience working with commercial and open data sources
Able to assess accuracy and reliability of different web sources
Experience working with issue tracking software (e.g., Jira)
At least 1-3 years of professional experience in Translation, Journalism, Content Creation, Tourism, Geography, Cartography, or similar
Excellent written and communication skills in the local language in country of scope (Grammar, Orthography, Dialects)
Specific local and cultural knowledge about the country in scope

What we offer:

Competitive remuneration package
Referral bonus program
24 days annual paid leave
Additional health insurance (outpatient & hospital medical care, dental care, coverage of dioptric glasses, and more)
Free Psychological Counselling via Green Line and on the spot
Newborn or newly adopted child bonus
Food vouchers - 150 BGN/month
Upskilling & reskilling training programs and e-learning hub
Recognition awards
Sports cards (partially covered by the employer) and company sports initiatives
Special company discounts
Various social and charity initiatives

The future is here for the making. Are you ready?

Let’s make the incredible happen.