
Portuguese (Portugal) Linguistic Tester (Remote) - Mac M-Series Required
Acclaro • Portugal
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Role & seniority
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Freelance Linguistic Tester (no prior experience required; trainee/onboarding provided)
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Language pair: English → Portuguese (Portugal)
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Stack/tools
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Apple Silicon Mac (M1/M2/M3/M4 or newer) required
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Uses AI-generated/localized content review and localization/linguistic QA workflows (specific tools not named)
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Remote web/software testing; bug reports written in English
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Top 3 responsibilities
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Linguistic QA: review/refine AI-generated Portuguese text for grammar, natural flow, and cultural accuracy
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Software/UI testing: check Portuguese UI for layout issues (e.g., truncation), formatting problems, and functional bugs
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Bug reporting: document and report linguistic and technical issues clearly in English per guidelines
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Must-have skills
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Native Portuguese (Portugal) fluency (written + spoken)
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Professional English comprehension and strong English written communication
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Strong attention to detail; ability to catch minor grammar/format/UI issues
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Comfort working independently with detailed testing guidelines
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Reliable high-speed internet and suitable workspace (remote contractor)
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Must complete mandatory onboarding training
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Nice-to-haves
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Prior experience with linguistic testing, localization, translation, or QA
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Familiarity with IT/software UI testing or localization workflows
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Location & work type
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Full Description
Acclaro combines cultural and language expertise with AI technology to help brands grow their global presence, connect with customers, and mean something to them. As a trusted partner to some of the world's biggest brands and fastest-growing global companies, our mission is to harness the powerful combination of human expertise and cutting-edge technology. We focus on putting brands into the heads, hearts, and hands of people everywhere. Our AI-powered business management and language platform ensures a faster time to market with measurable results, while our global team of language, country, and technology experts crafts localization strategies that empower our customers to succeed in any market.
We are seeking native Portuguese (Portugal) speakers with strong English comprehension to join our global linguistic community as Freelance Linguistic Testers. No prior testing experience is required—we provide full training! If you own a modern Mac and have a sharp eye for detail, this is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge IT and AI projects.
Position Overview
Language Pair: English to Portuguese (Portugal)
Domain: Information Technology, Software, and AI Content
Experience: No previous linguistic testing experience required. Training and guidelines will be provided
Hardware Requirement: Must own a Mac device with an M-series chip (M1, M2, M3, M4, or newer). Note: This is an absolute technical requirement for our secure testing environment
Responsibilities
As a Portuguese Linguistic Tester, you will
Perform Linguistic QA: Review and refine AI-generated and localized Portuguese content to ensure natural flow and cultural accuracy
Software & UI Testing: Navigate applications to identify layout issues, truncated text, and functional bugs in the Portuguese interface
Bug Reporting: Document and report linguistic and technical errors clearly in English using our testing guidelines
Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following technical, linguistic, and professional criteria
Linguistic Proficiency: Native-level fluency in written and spoken Portuguese (Portugal), paired with professional-level English comprehension and written communication skills
Hardware Specification (Mandatory): Active access to a Mac computer equipped with an Apple Silicon M-series chip (M1, M2, M3, M4, or newer)
Cultural Competency: A strong, intuitive grasp of modern Portuguese cultural nuances, localized language trends, and regional idiomatic expressions
Technical Aptitude: Comfort navigating new software interfaces, adhering to detailed testing guidelines, and reporting technical/linguistic bugs clearly in English
Work Environment: A reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated workspace suitable for remote, independent contract work
Attention to Quality: Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to consistently identify minor grammatical, formatting, and user-interface (UI) errors
Professional Experience: No prior experience in linguistic testing or translation is required; however, candidates must be willing and able to complete the mandatory onboarding training
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