enGB Linguistic QA Tester

Welocalize•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Tech Linguistic Tester 1 primarily proofreads and edits content localized into their native language, identifying errors in grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation, capitalization, cultural appropriateness, consistency, and spacing. The role may also involve translating content from English into the target language and checking user interfaces for functional issues. The tester evaluates translations in the context of software, mobile applications, and documentation; follows testing instructions and test cases; and reports defects through client-specific tracking tools and internal databases. They serve as a subject matter resource for linguistic issues in the target language, researching and resolving questions while following project quality standards, trademarks, style guides, checklists, and glossaries. The role also includes troubleshooting basic problems, escalating testing issues when needed, and completing assigned work accurately and on time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Native-level or fully bilingual fluency in the required language, both spoken and written.
Strong written and verbal English skills.
Up-to-date awareness of current and common technical language usage in the target language.
Professional translation and localization experience of at least 3 years.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to navigate networks and websites using different browsers.
Basic knowledge of desktop and laptop PC hardware.
Basic knowledge of smartphones, including iPhone or Android devices.
Familiarity with Android and iOS operating systems.
Familiarity with the culture and trends of the target language's native country.
Ability to work onsite and/or at the client location.
Organization and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving, time-management, ownership, and process-oriented skills.

Nice To Haves

Localization, QA, or translation experience.
Advanced computer skills.
Avid use of social media and familiarity with the Facebook Family of Apps.
Experience with consumer devices and utility applications such as messaging, health, fitness, calendar, and organization tools.

Responsibilities

Proofread and edit localized content, identifying linguistic and formatting errors.
Translate content from English into the target language when required.
Check user interfaces for functional issues and QA products by following testing instructions and test cases.
Discover, document, and report bugs and errors using internal databases and client-specific bug-tracking tools.
Evaluate translations in the context of software, mobile applications, and documentation.
Research and resolve linguistic questions as a subject matter resource for the target language.
Follow project-specific quality standards, trademarks, style guides, checklists, and glossaries.
Prioritize tasks and issues efficiently and complete assignments accurately, on time, and to a high standard.
Troubleshoot basic problems, communicate testing issues, and escalate them when appropriate.
Apply strong organization, attention to detail, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.