Remote Localization Specialist

Salary: $64,000/year
Location: Remote
Schedule: Flexible, Full-Time
Employment Type: Permanent

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and linguistically gifted Remote Localization Specialist who excels at transforming digital content into regionally and culturally resonant experiences. This work-from-home opportunity is perfect for professionals who understand the nuances of multilingual adaptation and want to build scalable, efficient systems for delivering localized content globally. Your mission will be to help shape how users around the world interact with our platform, ensuring consistency of voice, emotional tone, and technical clarity in every language we support.

Localization isn’t just translation—it’s about tailoring each interaction to feel native to the audience. You’ll be part of a collaborative and agile team that values cultural authenticity, clarity, and the ability to scale across diverse markets. Your influence will extend across product, UX, marketing, and development, providing you with unique insights into the entire content lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Content Localization

• Localize and adapt UI text, website copy, product descriptions, and internal resources.
• Customize messaging and design components based on regional expectations.
• Review and rewrite content to ensure tone and context remain intact in translated versions.

Collaboration and Communication

• Liaise with product managers, marketers, designers, and developers to align on project goals.
• Participate in sprints and international release cycles to support multilingual readiness.
• Offer feedback and improvements on localization workflows and integration with product teams.

Quality Assurance

• Maintain and enforce quality standards across all language pairs.
• Develop linguistic assets including glossaries, term bases, and translation memory.
• Review vendor output and provide feedback for continuous linguistic improvement.

Project Management and Workflow Optimization

• Implement best practices for localization in workflow design.
• Monitor and report progress on all localization projects using analytics tools.
• Troubleshoot inconsistencies and strive for efficient turnaround times without compromising quality.

Qualifications and Core Skills

Language and Cultural Expertise

• Proficient in English and fluent in at least one primary market language (Spanish, French, German, Japanese, or Mandarin preferred).
• Strong understanding of regional dialects, idioms, and cultural references.
• Passion for language adaptation and commitment to localization as a growth tool.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in a localization or translation project management role.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multilingual content across digital channels.
• Experience with agile environments and content production pipelines.

Technical Proficiency

• Hands-on experience with CAT tools such as SDL Trados, MemoQ, Smartcat, or Phrase.
• Familiarity with localization management systems (Lokalise, Smartling, Transifex).
• Working knowledge of CMS platforms like WordPress or Contentful.
• Comfortable navigating GitHub or development environments for string management.

Tools and Technology

Core Translation Tools

• SDL Trados, Smartcat, and MemoQ for segment-based translation.

Localization Platforms

• Lokalise, Crowdin, PhraseApp for process automation and integration.

CMS & Documentation Systems

• WordPress, Contentful, Notion.

Collaboration & Communication

• Jira, Confluence, and Asana for task tracking.
• Slack, Google Workspace, Zoom for asynchronous team communication.

Work Environment

Remote-First Culture

• Operate entirely from a home or co-working setup anywhere in the world.
• Flexible hours that prioritize productivity over presence.
• Rely on asynchronous updates, with occasional real-time syncs as needed.

Inclusive and Empowering Team

• Collaborate with culturally diverse and multilingual teammates.
• Encouraged to bring personal experience and linguistic perspective to projects.
• Emphasis on empathy, clarity, and collaboration across time zones and departments.

Growth and Impact

Direct Contribution to Global Scale

• Your work will impact how millions of users worldwide interact with our brand.
• You'll help shape inclusive digital content strategies that foster equity and accessibility.

Career Advancement Opportunities

• Expand your profile through mentorship, leadership in cross-functional projects, and localization strategy development.
• Opportunity to specialize further in UX writing, international product strategy, or language asset management.

Benefits and Perks

Financial and Work-Life Balance

• $64,000 annual salary, paid monthly.
• Generous vacation time and flexible working hours.
• Paid sick leave and optional wellness days.

Learning and Professional Growth

• Annual stipend for conferences, tools, or certification programs.
• Access to language training resources and courses.
• Sponsored membership in localization associations (GALA, ATA, TAUS).

Well-being and Support

• Mental health days and free access to counseling platforms.
• Wellness reimbursement program for remote ergonomic equipment.
• Culture of feedback, transparency, and support.

Call to Action

Are you ready to localize experiences that speak directly to every user, regardless of their language or location? This is your opportunity to do meaningful, creative work on a global scale while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote-first culture. Join a team where your linguistic instincts, cultural knowledge, and attention to detail will make a real difference every day.

Apply now and help shape how global audiences connect with meaningful content. Remote Localization Specialist – Global Content Expert