Localization Program Manager at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years experience managing localization across marketing, product, and cross-functional surfaces in a global tech environment
  • Strong knowledge of localization workflows and tools (TMS, CMS, connectors, APIs)
  • Experience piloting AI/ML-assisted translation workflows with human-in-the-loop QA
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with multiple functions (marketing, product, engineering, legal, customer education, trust) to deliver global launches
  • Skilled in vendor and linguist management; experience sourcing for priority markets
  • Strong communication and project management skills, with ability to balance multiple priorities
  • Experience analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to inform business decisions

Responsibilities

  • Drive localization strategy and execution across with alignment to Product and other orgs. Pilot and scale AI-first translation workflows with human-in-the-loop review, balancing speed, cost, and quality
  • Manage vendor and linguist relationships, sourcing and onboarding high-quality talent in priority markets
  • Lead linguistic QA and quality review processes, ensuring localized content meets high standards
  • Proactively identify and streamline technical and process issues that affect localized product relevancy, quality, and functionality to improve localization workflows and internationalization infrastructure
  • Collaborate with GTM, Product Ops, Partnerships, Legal, and regional teams to prioritize languages, align on launch timing, and ensure the right surfaces are localized for the right audiences
  • Oversee glossary, style guide, and terminology management across all languages for consistency across product and marketing

Skills

Localization
Translation Management
AI Translation
Vendor Management
Linguistic QA
Quality Review
Product Alignment
Workflow Optimization

Perplexity AI

Advanced answer engine providing reliable information

About Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI provides an advanced answer engine that delivers accurate and reliable responses to user queries. The platform uses current sources to ensure the information is both precise and relevant. It caters to a wide audience, including individuals looking for quick answers and businesses needing detailed information. Unlike many competitors, Perplexity AI emphasizes high-quality, source-backed answers, making it a valuable resource for users seeking trustworthy data. The company's goal is to meet the increasing demand for immediate access to reliable information, generating revenue through subscription fees, advertising, and partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$890MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity

Risks

Pending copyright infringement class action poses legal and financial challenges.
Competition from Google's AI Mode could impact user retention and market share.
Otterly.AI's brand visibility tool may pressure Perplexity to maintain high performance.

Differentiation

Perplexity AI integrates large language models with search engines for precise responses.
The platform offers an open-source environment, enhancing public access to AI tools.
Perplexity's strategic acquisition of Carbon boosts its data connectivity capabilities.

Upsides

Partnership with Tripadvisor enhances travel planning with personalized recommendations.
$500M funding round increases valuation to $9 billion, supporting growth and innovation.
Integration with FactSet attracts financial clients with enhanced data accessibility.

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