27.787, Jobs: German; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Computational Linguist, Artificial Solutions

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Subject: 27.787, Jobs: German; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Computational Linguist, Artificial Solutions

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Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2016 14:12:20
From: Francesca Sciarra [francesca.sciarra at artificial-solutions.com]
Subject: German; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics: Computational Linguist, Artificial Solutions, Barcelona, Spain

University or Organization: Artificial Solutions 
Job Location: Barcelona, Spain 
Web Address: http://www.artificial-solutions.com/
Job Title: German Speaking Computational Linguist
Job Rank: Consultant; German Speaking Computational Linguist; Other

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Lexicography; Morphology; Semantics; Syntax; Text/Corpus Linguistics 

Required Language(s): German (deu)

Description:

You are a technical expert with strong knowledge in the structure of language
and its application to computers systems. The ideal candidate is commercially
aware and has the ability to visualize articulated processes and solve complex
problems.

The Computational Linguist is expert with Artificial Solutions® Teneo® natural
language technology platform and is able to provide consulting services to
customers, prospects and external partners in order they can develop highly
advanced artifacts to exceed stated requirements.

He /She will be focused on designing, developing and maintaining natural
language-based solutions in domains including artificial intelligence, machine
learning, personalization, expert functions plus database and language
processing systems.

The Computational Linguist is directly involved in projects from initial build
through development and maintenance phases where in addition to your natural
language abilities there will be a requirement for planning, time-management
and commercial skills all leading to enhanced customer satisfaction. A
proactive approach and the ability to work within an agile framework are
essential ingredients. 

The position will focus upon:

- Working with Project Managers, Computational Linguists and Technical
Consultants in customer and partner workshops to develop highly advanced
natural language capabilities.
- Using your German and English language skills including the full range of
syntax and semantic aspects to build natural language artifacts and solutions.
- Designing, building, and testing natural language artifacts and solutions
based upon customer, prospect and partner requirements encompassed in
technical specifications.
- Utilizing your technical skills to enhance natural language capabilities
through integrations, interfaces and additional coding.
- Analyzing session log files to assess artifact and solution capabilities and
to determine relevant development options. 

Requirements: 

Education: 

- BA in Computational Linguistics, General Linguistics, Applied Linguistics,
Language Technologies or similar. 

Linguistics and computational linguistics knowledge and skills:

- Practical knowledge of formal syntax, formal semantics, corpus analysis,
dialogue management.
- Strong understanding of morphology, lexicology, phonetics, pragmatics,
automated speech analysis and synthesis.
- A minimum of one years’ relevant industry experience in a customer-facing
role. 

Technical skills:

- A high level of proficiency in at least one of the following programming
languages: Java, Groovy or Python 

Language skills:

- Fluent English 
- German language native or near native 

Personal Skills:

- Strong logical and analytical skills, being able to deal with complex and
abstract concepts 
- Demonstrated ability to analyze problems to identify the root cause
- Proven customer facing skills and ability for identifying needs and business
value solutions for the clients
- Ability to work in multi-functional teams
- Ability to combine multiple task and projects

Please send us your CV and Cover letter in English either by e-mail or by
applying through our Website below.

Application Deadline: 30-Apr-2016 

Email Address for Applications: francesca.sciarra at artificial-solutions.com 
Web Address for Applications: http://www.artificial-solutions.com/about-artificial-solutions/careers/ 
Contact Information:
	Francesca Sciarra 
	Email: francesca.sciarra at artificial-solutions.com 

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