Technical Localization Specialist

3 hours ago

Redmond, Washington, United States Nintendo Full time
Nintendo Technical Localization Specialist (NTD) Job Description

The Nintendo Technical Localization Specialist (NTD) plays a crucial role in facilitating communication between globally dispersed engineering teams working on platform development. This position involves coordinating with localization-related teams, counterparts at Nintendo Co., Ltd. (NCL), and external partners to ensure seamless collaboration and effective localization.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a conduit for communication between NCL and engineering teams within NTD
  • Translate documentation between Japanese and English, considering cultural differences
  • Provide interpretation in meetings between NTD and NCL teams
  • Drive initiatives related to translation quality and process improvements
  • Identify issues in the localization process and propose solutions
  • Contribute to localization program roadmaps, project plans, and overall program health
  • Train and mentor others in translation and proofing procedures
  • Coordinate workload/interpreting schedules with the localization staff, negotiating deliverables/deadlines as necessary
Requirements:
  • Two to six years of translation experience
  • General knowledge of translation management systems, such as memoQ or similar
  • Working familiarity with at least one popular programming language, such as Python, JavaScript, C#, R, Go, or similar
  • Familiarity with the use of regular expressions in the context of localization
  • Familiarity with translation-related technologies, such as machine translation and generative AI, and the industry trends related to them
  • Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git
  • Solid understanding of tagged file formats such as XML/HTML
  • Ability to communicate complex and technical information fluently in Japanese and English
  • Excellent verbal and written translation skills, with acute attention to detail
  • Understanding of technical subject matter on a broad range of computer technology
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Must fluently read, write, and speak Japanese and English, including jargon, slang, and idioms
  • Understands cultural/linguistic issues and makes recommendations regarding content
  • Knowledge of game development and/or the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) is preferred
  • Experience as a liaison between international offices is a plus
  • Secondary skills in any of the following areas are highly desirable: Technical writing, visual design (using Figma, etc.), project management
  • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Engineering, Communication, English, Japanese, or a suitably related field
  • Full professional proficiency (ILR Level 4 or higher) in both Japanese and English

This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time. This contract position has a base pay range of $44 - $67 per hour and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency.

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