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 proficiency to join their Localization & Documentation Department. The role involves localizing games, apps, and websites, communicating with players in their native languages, and adapting content culturally. Key responsibilities include analyzing Russian texts and localizing them into English, proofreading English texts, planning and overseeing localization into other languages, and collaborating with other teams to prepare localized assets.
Must have:
  • 2+ years of experience as translator/localization specialist/editor
  • Native English speaker
  • Excellent command of written and spoken Russian
  • Education in linguistics or language studies
  • Knowledge of gaming industry terminology
  • Experience working in a team
Good to have:
  • Experience in the gaming industry
  • Experience writing various content types
  • Knowledge of TMS/localization tools
Perks:
  • 21 days annual leave
  • Additional paid time off (Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave
  • Maternity Leave
  • Career development and education opportunities
  • English Language courses
  • Premium Private Health Care
  • Mental well-being program
  • On-site gym and spa
  • Free parking
  • Free drinks-equipped kitchen
  • Hellenic Bank benefits
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • On-site canteen
  • Company events, Social Clubs
  • 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 from officein Nicosia or remote from Cyprus

  • This role isn't eligible for relocation support

Benefits

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

  • 21 days annual leave (additional days based on years of service: up to 25 days) 

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

  • Sick Leave (10 days top-up to statutory allowance per year)

  • Maternity Leave (18 weeks top-up to statutory allowance per case)

  • Career development and education opportunities within the company

  • English Language courses are fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval

  • Premium Private Health Care

  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)

  • On-site gym and spa

  • Free parking close to the Nicosia offices, based on availability

  • Free drinks-equipped kitchen on every floor building

  • Hellenic Bank benefits

  • Employee discounts (e.g., restaurants, bars, etc.)

  • Personal Gaming Account 

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

  • Company events, Social Clubs

  • 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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