Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Localization & TranslationIndustries

Position Overview

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  • Job Type: Full time
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This role involves performing translation, copy-editing, and lead support on assigned projects. The Linguist will manage language materials, handle project-related queries, and ensure effective team interaction.

Requirements

  • Education: University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience: 3+ years of experience in translation/localization.
  • Language Proficiency:
    • Native fluency in Bengali.
    • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Thorough understanding of the localization process.
    • Good user experience with standard software (Windows, Office applications).
    • Good user experience with standard CAT tools (e.g., XTM, SDL Studio).
    • Good user experience with issue tracking and query management tools (e.g., JIRA).
    • Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent knowledge of terminology in two or more subject matters.
    • Ability to work with tight deadlines.
    • Ability to give clear, concise, and constructive feedback.
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups.
    • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
    • Ability to interpret instructions in various forms.
    • Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge.
    • Ability, willingness, and experience in communicating positively with customers at various levels.
    • Ability to work within a virtual team.

Responsibilities

  • Performing translation tasks.
  • Performing copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts.
  • Performing lead support on assigned projects or accounts.
  • Managing and maintaining language materials (glossaries, Style Guides, work instructions) up to quality standards and ensuring they are up-to-date.
  • Managing project-related queries.
  • Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters.
  • Developing and training internal linguists/new and existing freelancers according to account and Welocalize needs.
  • Participating in the development of new and improved working processes.
  • Meeting or exceeding productivity KPIs.
  • Achieving goals set by the Squad Lead.

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Skills

Translation
Copy-editing
Glossaries
Style Guides
Work instruction
Terminology management
Localization process
CAT tools (XTM, SDL Studio)
JIRA
Software proficiency (Windows, Office)

Welocalize

Provides AI-driven content localization services

About Welocalize

Welocalize assists businesses in enhancing customer engagement by providing localized content that meets the cultural and linguistic needs of different regions. Their AI-enabled Service Delivery Platform, OPAL, streamlines the translation and approval processes, allowing companies to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Unlike competitors, Welocalize leverages AI and automation to deliver services more effectively, resulting in better business outcomes for clients. The company's goal is to empower businesses to connect with international customers through advanced localization solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1997Year Founded
$33.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Telemedicine Benefit
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Competition from AI-driven tools like DeepL and Google Translate threatens market share.
Rapid AI advancements may commoditize basic translation services, pressuring differentiation.
Economic uncertainties in key industries could reduce spending on localization services.

Differentiation

Welocalize's OPAL platform uses AI to streamline translation and content adaptation processes.
The company offers specialized linguistic validation services for clinical trials and healthcare.
Welocalize's TranslationRater™ plugin for ChatGPT enhances translation quality assessment capabilities.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven localization boosts Welocalize's market opportunities.
Rising interest in multilingual e-learning aligns with Welocalize's expertise.
Healthcare sector's AI integration offers new service expansion opportunities for Welocalize.

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