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Inficare Technologies

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote chinese linguist in the United States is $54.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.88 and $73.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Chinese Linguist vs Remote Chinese Translator?

AspectRemote Chinese LinguistRemote Chinese Translator
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, possibly certification in linguistics or translationLanguage proficiency, translation certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentRemote, often collaborative with clients or teamsRemote, focused on individual translation tasks
Industry UsageUsed in linguistics, localization, and language servicesPrimarily in translation agencies, localization companies
Search IntentCompare roles involving language skills and linguistic analysisCompare roles focused on translating Chinese content

The Remote Chinese Linguist typically involves linguistic analysis, language research, and cultural expertise, often requiring a deeper understanding of language structure. The Remote Chinese Translator mainly focuses on converting written Chinese content into another language, emphasizing translation accuracy. Both roles are remote and require strong Chinese language skills, but they serve different functions within language services and localization industries.

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Infographic showing various Remote Chinese Linguist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,249 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Chinese Linguist - Interpretation (Part-Time, Travel)

SOSi

Reston, VA • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SOSi is a private defense and government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its capabilities include data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics.
Job Description
SOSi is seeking Chinese interpreters for engagements in East Asia on a part-time basis. Each engagement will require a week to two and half weeks of support, with work taking place in Northern Virgina area and overseas. In this role you will integrate into a customer team to provide primarily oral language interpretation support in formal meetings and an office setting. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and Chinese and be able to engage with client personnel to understand and further mission.
Essential Job Duties
  • Read, write, and speak Chinese at a fluent or native level.
  • Provide interpretation support primarily in an office setting, including some formal meetings. Support will largely focus on consecutive interpretation while preserving the nuance of speaker and terminology.
  • Leverage knowledge of foreign affairs, military affairs, international security, and regional security issues and the associated vocabulary to provide high-quality support.
  • Develop additional vocabulary and fluency for niche technical topics.
  • Participate in prep and after-action meetings, typing up notes related to engagements. Limited preparation of written translations of documents.
  • Adhere to Code of Conduct and terminology guide.
  • This position requires travel on an at least quarterly basis with 15-30 days notice, with the interpreter required to provide timely participation in travel logistics planning.

Qualifications
  • Active in-scope Secret clearance. This security clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in oral interpretation.
  • Candidates must possess native or near native competency in Chinese. Competency is defined as level 4 or 5 on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale. Applicants will be asked for documentation of recent scores or standardized language exams must be completed as part of the application process.
  • Candidate must be familiar with the culture, media, and linguistic nuance of Chinese.
  • Candidates must possess excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
  • Candidates must maintain a valid US passport and be able to travel on an at least quarterly basis with 30-60 days' notice.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Interpretation Certification.
  • Active in scope TS/SCI clearance.
  • Familiarity to fluency in Taiwanese.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Foreign Affairs, International Politics, Military History, Chinese Studies, Interpretation, or similar.
  • Experience in the US intelligence, military, or cryptographic communities.

Additional Information
Work Environment
  • Travel required. Overseas travel will originate from Northern Virginia area. Physical presence in the Northern Virigina area for several days pre and post travel to participate in meetings and prepare documents is required.
  • No possibility of remote work.

Working at SOSi
All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

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