Speech Technology Specialist (French)Location: Dublin, Ireland - Remote after initial 8-week training We are seeking a fluent French speaker with a strong background in linguistics and computational experience to join our cutting-edge Speech Technology project. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our voice synthesis technology for French, focusing on quality improvements, pipeline optimization, and resolving language-specific challenges. Key Responsibilities Technology Development and Maintenance: Create and maintain regression and text normalization test sets for FrenchSource and validate datasets for training natural language processing systemsDevelop text normalization rules using JavaScriptMaintain pronunciation golden sets for grapheme-to-phoneme (G2P) evaluationLanguage-Specific Optimization: Identify and resolve French-specific linguistic issues (e.g., grammatical gender, word stress, segmentation)Conduct thorough audio evaluations to ensure high-quality outputAddress frontend bugs reported for the French language modelContinuously refine text normalization processesQuality Assurance: Ensure voice deployments meet rigorous capability testing standardsPerform ongoing audio evaluations to maintain excellence in speech outputQualificationsFrench (C1/C2 level) and English language skills (C1/C2)Degree in Linguistics or a related fieldExpertise in International Phonetic AlphabetProficiency with Linux/Ubuntu environmentsStrong Python programming skillsEligibility for full-time employment in IrelandPreferred JavaScript programming experienceBackground in computational linguistics or speech technologiesBenefits PackageRemote work flexibility after initial on-site trainingPerformance-based bonus structureComprehensive private healthcare coverageCompetitive pension contributionExtensive career development opportunitiesCollaborative and diverse team environmentApply now and join our innovative team to help shape the future of speech synthesis technology! #LI-OT1
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