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Taxonomist

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$64.68 - $71.87/hr

Temporary Salary: $64.68-71.87 Hourly W2 Start Date: Aug 31, 2026 Aquent is partnering with a ... Experience researching and defining taxonomy and ontology node metadata based on existing standards.

Information Architect

Southlake, TX · On-site

$51.60 - $57.33/hr

Temporary Salary: $51.60-57.33 Hourly Start Date: Sep 7, 2026 Join a leading organization in the ... Train stakeholders and content teams in taxonomy application and metadata best practices. * Design ...

Business Analyst III

Fairfield, CA · On-site

$81K - $104K/yr

Define a scalable taxonomy for all operational documentation, including playbooks, SOPs, and ... For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major ...

RH is seeking a Temporary Web Merchandising Specialist to support the day-to-day operations of our ... friendly site taxonomy * Respond promptly and accurately to inquiries from internal teams ...

RH is seeking a Temporary Web Merchandising Specialist to support the day-to-day operations of our ... friendly site taxonomy * Respond promptly and accurately to inquiries from internal teams ...

Project Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$72K - $83K/yr

... taxonomy application. Ensure our internal procurement hubs are accurate and reflect real-time ... For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major ...

Apply data quality frameworks, including rule categorization, taxonomy, and standard data quality ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

Apply data quality frameworks, including rule categorization, taxonomy, and standard data quality ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

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Taxonomist

Aquent

Seattle, WA • On-site, Remote

$64.68 - $71.87/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$64.68-71.87 Hourly
W2
Start Date:
Aug 31, 2026
Aquent is partnering with a leading technology innovator, a company at the forefront of shaping how people connect and experience the digital world. This organization is driven by a mission to build cutting-edge technologies that empower global communities and redefine the future of interaction. Join us in supporting a team that impacts millions of users daily, contributing to an environment where innovation is constant and the scale of influence is immense.
Are you a highly skilled and passionate professional ready to make a significant impact on how information is organized and accessed across a global technology leader? In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and refining critical organizational structures that underpin vast amounts of information, directly enhancing content understanding and user experience for millions. Your expertise will not only streamline internal systems but also bring clarity to complex content, playing a crucial part in shaping the digital world.
What You'll Do
  • Conduct detailed data analysis using tools like Excel, Google Sheets, or scripting languages to identify identical and fuzzy matches across various vocabularies.
  • Perform comprehensive internal and external research to enrich node metadata within taxonomies.
  • Provide regular status reports on project progress, questions, identified issues, and potential opportunity areas to partners and stakeholders.
  • Implement and maintain taxonomies in strict adherence to established governance guidelines.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience in developing taxonomies and/or ontologies to support a variety of systems for both front-end and back-end use.
  • Proven experience developing taxonomies, thesauri, or ontologies.
  • Experience researching and defining taxonomy and ontology node metadata based on existing standards.
  • Experience with a variety of topic and domain types.
  • Demonstrated experience communicating and presenting taxonomy principles and standards effectively.
  • Strong ownership and ability to self-start, build relationships with partners, and develop a clear point of view.
  • Strong ability to proactively communicate about projects and workstreams.
  • Strong affinity for detail-oriented taxonomy development work.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Library Science, Information Management or Linguistics.
  • Experience with taxonomy or ontology management software.
  • Experience utilizing AI in taxonomy workflows.
  • Extensive experience with Excel or Google Sheets.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
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