Senior Translator @ Mercor
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attach_money $120,000
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Posted 1 day ago
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Job Details
Company Introduction
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Role Overview
Position: English–Japanese Translator/Interpreter – Contract, Remote
Support real-time translation during sales and business meetings. Ensure smooth, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication.
Responsibilities
- Provide simultaneous or consecutive translation during virtual or in-person business meetings.
- Translate verbal discussions and written follow-ups, including chat messages and summary notes.
- Ensure a professional tone and cultural sensitivity in all translations.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand context, terminology, and objectives.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an interpreter or translator in corporate, sales, or client-facing environments.
- Native-level fluency in Japanese and English (both spoken and written).
- Strong understanding of business terminology, particularly in sales, partnerships, or technology.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to think quickly and convey ideas accurately under time constraints.
- Availability for meeting scheduled on 10th October, 2025.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience translating for startups, tech firms, or multinational companies.
- Background in sales enablement, client success, or business development.
- Familiarity with meeting platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, or MS Teams.
Engagement Details
- Contract: Remote
- Schedule: Availability required on 10th October, 2025
Application Process
Upload resume, complete an AI interview based on your resume, and submit a form. The process takes 20-30 minutes to complete.
For further details and support, visit our resource page or contact support@mercor.com.
Key skills/competency
- Translation
- Interpretation
- English
- Japanese
- Business Communication
- Sales Terminology
- Client-facing
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Remote Work
- Confidentiality
How to Get Hired at Mercor
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Mercor's culture: Study their mission, values, and investor news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight translation and business expertise.
- Prepare for AI interviews: Review common translation scenarios.
- Showcase bilingual skills: Emphasize English and Japanese proficiency.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review remote translation tools.
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Practice simultaneous and consecutive interpretation.
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Update terminology databases for business contexts.
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Test audio/video setup for virtual meetings.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a challenging translation scenario.
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Explain your method for quick decision-making.
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Discuss handling cultural sensitivities under pressure.
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Share a time you balanced multiple tasks.
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