Senior Computational Linguist

Preply

. Formalise linguistic phenomena into rules, taxonomies, annotation criteria, and system or model requirements .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeBarcelona • SpainSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing, with a strong focus on prompt design, dataset management, and model evaluation. Proficient in Python for data processing and automation, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI-driven language solutions.

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Computational LinguisticsNatural Language Processing (NLP)Python ProgrammingPrompt Design and EvaluationDataset Management and Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills

Computational LinguisticsNatural Language Processing (NLP)Python ProgrammingDataset ManagementAnnotation WorkflowsEvaluation MethodsQuality AssuranceModel Behaviour AnalysisPrompt DesignData Processing

Soft Skills

CollaborationQualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisProblem SolvingLinguistic Precision

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsAutomation ToolsEvaluation ToolsData Annotation ToolsNLP Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Language TechnologyAI SystemsQuality Control ProcessesLinguistic PhenomenaLLM Research

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Formalise linguistic phenomena into rules, taxonomies, annotation criteria, and system or model requirements
Design, evaluate, and improve prompts and AI components for language-learning use cases
Build datasets for training, calibration, and evaluation, including annotation guidelines and quality-control processes
Evaluate model behaviour using qualitative and quantitative methods
Investigate failure modes and quality issues and validate fixes across prompts, models, data, and downstream processing
Use Python and existing tooling to process linguistic data and automate evaluation
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, learning designers, and computational linguists
Develop reusable solutions, resources, and practices that scale across use cases and languages
Stay informed about advances and best practices in NLP and LLM research

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–3 years of experience in Computational Linguistics, NLP, or a related role
Hands-on experience working with LLMs, including prompt design, evaluation, and model behaviour analysis
Proficiency in Python for data processing, evaluation, and automation
Strong understanding of datasets, annotation workflows, evaluation methods, and quality assurance for AI systems
AI-native mindset and comfort using AI tools for problem solving, analysis, and workflow automation
Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis skills
Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
Degree in Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, NLP, Language Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Excellent command of English, spoken and written, with strong linguistic precision

Benefits

Comp & perks

A generous monthly allowance for lessons on Preply.com
Learning & Development budget
Time off for self-development
Competitive financial package with equity
Leave allowance
Health insurance
Access to free mental health support platforms
Open, collaborative, dynamic, and diverse culture