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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance localization specialist in the United States is $18.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Localization Specialist vs Freelance Translator?

AspectFreelance Localization SpecialistFreelance Translator
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, localization tools knowledgeLanguage proficiency, translation certifications
Work EnvironmentMultilingual projects, cross-cultural tasksText translation, document-based work
Employer & IndustryTech, gaming, software companiesPublishing, legal, medical fields
Search & Comparison IntentLocalization, cultural adaptationTranslation, language services

While both roles involve language skills, a Freelance Localization Specialist focuses on adapting content for specific markets, considering cultural nuances and technical aspects. A Freelance Translator primarily converts text from one language to another without necessarily addressing cultural adaptation. The roles often overlap but serve different client needs within the language services industry.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Localization Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,451 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

English to Turkish MTPE & AI Translation Evaluator (Software Localization) USA

New York, NY โ€ข Remote

Contractor

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Freelance English to Turkish Software Localization MT/LLM Evaluator

Remote | US, Canada & Latin America Time Zones

Are you a native Turkish linguist with extensive experience in software localization, IT translation, cloud computing, SaaS platforms, or enterprise technology?

We are expanding our network of experienced freelance localization professionals to support large-scale multilingual technology projects for globally recognized software and technology companies.

This opportunity is ideal for translators, localization specialists, MTPE professionals, and language quality experts who want to work on cutting-edge AI and machine translation initiatives while enjoying the flexibility of remote freelance collaboration.

If you are passionate about language quality, technology, and ensuring that software experiences sound natural and accurate for Turkish users, we would love to hear from you.

About Acclaro

Acclaro combines cultural and language expertise with AI technology to help brands expand their global reach, connect meaningfully with customers, and build strong brand recognition worldwide. As a trusted partner to many leading global brands, our mission is to blend human linguistic expertise with advanced technology, delivering high-quality and culturally relevant localization solutions. Our AI-powered platform accelerates time to market and ensures measurable results, while our global team of language, country, and technology experts develops localization strategies that empower success in any market. 

Position Overview 
  • Language Pair: English to Turkish (Turkey) 
  • Domain: IT, Cloud Computing, SaaS, and Software Localization, AI/LLM Output Review
  • Experience: Demonstrated professional translation experience in IT/software domains 
  • Location requirement: Must be based in a US, Canada, or Latin America time zone 
  • Employment type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
Responsibilities 
  • MT/LLM Evaluation: Review machine-translated and AI-generated Turkish content for accuracy, fluency, and usability, determining whether content is publication-ready or requires post-editing.
  • Linguistic Quality Assessment: Identify and classify translation errors according to established quality frameworks, including: Mistranslations, Omissions and additions, AI hallucinations, Grammar and syntax errors, Spelling and punctuation issues, Terminology inconsistencies, Tone and style issues, Formatting and localization issues.
  • Terminology & Localization Validation: Verify adherence to approved terminology and style guides; Ensure accurate handling of variables, placeholders, UI strings, and formatting requirements; Validate consistency across software interfaces and technical documentation.
  • Quality Improvement: Provide linguistic feedback to improve MT and AI translation quality; Follow project-specific quality frameworks and localization guidelines; Collaborate with localization managers, quality leads, and project teams; Maintain high standards of linguistic accuracy and user experience.

Requirements

  • Native fluency level in Turkish (Turkey) with an excellent, nuanced command of written English. 
  • Minimum 5 years of professional freelance experience specializing in software localization, IT translation, MT Evaluation, MT Post-Editing, AI Translation Review.  
  • Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, Languages, Localization, or a related field.
  • Currently residing and operating within a US, Canada, or Latin America time zone.
  • Strong understanding of software localization workflows and industry best practices.
  • Ability to assess translation quality independently and consistently.
  • Experience working with leading technology companies, software vendors, SaaS providers, or enterprise IT organizations is preferred.

Benefits

  • Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere, managing your own hours around project deadlines. 
  • Long-Term Collaboration Opportunities: We aim to build lasting partnerships with our freelance linguists; successful candidates will become part of our preferred talent pool for ongoing, periodic project assignments. 
  • Cutting-Edge Tech: Gain experience working with advanced localization workflows, AI-driven translation tools, and global brand content. 
  • Elite Projects: Build your portfolio by working on software utilized by millions of global users daily.