Localization Specialist/Translator RU-EN (Native English speaker)

1 Month ago • 2 Years + • Localization

Job Summary

Job Description

Wargaming is seeking a Localization Specialist/Translator with native English speaking abilities to join their Localization & Documentation Department. This role involves localizing company products, including games, apps, and websites, to engage with a large player community in their native languages. Responsibilities include analyzing Russian texts and translating them into English, proofreading English texts, planning and overseeing localization into other languages, and collaborating with other teams to prepare localized assets. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience as a translator/localization specialist/editor, excellent Russian language skills, and a background in linguistics or language studies. Knowledge of the gaming industry and experience working in a team are also desired.
Must have:
  • 2+ years of experience as translator/specialist/editor
  • Native English speaker
  • Excellent written and spoken Russian
  • Linguistics or language studies education
  • Knowledge of gaming industry terminology
  • Teamwork experience
Good to have:
  • Experience in the gaming industry
  • Experience writing various content types
  • Knowledge of TMS/localization tools
Perks:
  • Annual leave of 20 working days (up to 25 days)
  • Additional paid time off (Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development and education opportunities
  • English clubs and language learning platform
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • On-site canteen with subsidized prices
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program

Job Details

Job Overview

Wargaming is seeking to hire a Localization Specialist/Translator RU-EN (Native English speaker) to join the Localization & Documentation Department, which is responsible for localizing all the company's products and engaging with a large player community in their native languages.

Localization and cultural adaptation of games, apps, and websites form the backbone of our work. Our task is to communicate in the players' languages while considering the specifics of each region.

Reports to

Localization Team Lead

What will you do?

  • Analyze Russian texts and localize them into English

  • Proofread English texts

  • Plan, organize, and oversee localization into other languages

  • Cooperate with other teams and offices to prepare localized assets

What are we looking for?

  • 2+ years of experience as a translator/localization specialist/editor

  • Native English speaker

  • Excellent command of both written and spoken Russian

  • Education in linguistics or language studies

  • Knowledge of the gaming industry and its specialized terminology

  • Experience working on a team to solve tasks together

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Experience working in the gaming industry

  • Experience in writing various types of content (fictional, technical, advertising, informational, motivational, UI/UX, etc.)

  • Knowledge of TMS/localization tools (Smartcat, MemoQ, Phrase, Trados, etc.)

Work mode

  • Hybrid (2 days of work from the office)

  • This role isn't eligible for relocation support

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

  • Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)

  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)

  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  

  • Premium Private Health Insurance

  • Career development and education opportunities within the company

  • English clubs and platform for learning languages

  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)

  • Commuting allowance

  • Company events

  • FitPass membership

  • Discounts for employees

  • Personal Gaming Account

  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office

  • On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks

  • Seniority Awards

  • Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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