French Canadian Localization QA Tester / Proofreader in Austin, TX

Welo Global•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Welocalize is seeking a French Canadian Localization QA Tester / Proofreader for a long-term, on-site project in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of French Canadian content, making sure it is accurate, natural, and polished for end-users. Your primary duties will involve reviewing and refining localized content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency, formatting, and cultural accuracy. You will also execute test cases, identify localization bugs, and report issues using internal bug-tracking systems, verifying fixes once implemented. Occasional translation from English to French (Canada) may be required. Additionally, you will explore user interfaces to identify localization or functional issues, contributing to a seamless user experience. This position is ideal for individuals with native-level French Canadian fluency, a keen eye for detail, and an interest in quality assurance for digital products. It offers a stable, long-term opportunity to utilize both language and technical skills.

Requirements

On-Site in Austin, TX.
W-2 (eligible for benefits based on hours worked).
Monday-Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm with one hour of lunch in between -> 35 hours per week).
Valid visa permitting work in the USA.
Native language skills and cultural awareness of French and Canada.
Good oral and written communication.
Highly organized with attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

Marketing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Translation, and/or Localization background.

Responsibilities

Write and report relevant bugs and errors using best practices through the internal database system.
Ability to understand and prioritize tasks and issues quickly and efficiently.
QA various products by accurately following testing instructions and test cases.
Discover and report defects (bugs) using client-specific bug-tracking tools.
Evaluate translations in the context of software, mobile apps, and documentation.
Be a subject matter expert for linguistic issues in French (from Canada); be able to research and resolve linguistic questions.
Adhere to project-specific quality standards, trademarks, style guides, and client-preferred checklists and glossaries.
Troubleshoot basic problems; be able to communicate effectively and escalate testing issues.
Complete assigned tasks in a quality and timely manner.