Localization Specialist

Localization Specialist role in Irvine, CA (Remote Eligible), supporting delivery of high-quality multilingual content by managing translated content assets, tracking quality feedback, and monitoring vendor performance. Ideal for an early-career localization professional. 1 opening. 1st shift (9:00 AM-5:00 PM). No drug screening required.

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• Manage and maintain translated content within the CMS and TMS
• Coordinate import, export, and publication of multilingual content throughout the localization project lifecycle
• Ensure content assets, translation memories, and linguistic resources are properly maintained and updated
• Review, document, and track linguistic comments, quality issues, and stakeholder feedback through resolution
• Collaborate with internal reviewers and localization vendors on consistent linguistic changes
• Maintain records of quality issues, resolutions, and corrective actions
• Track and analyze linguist/vendor performance metrics - quality scores, turnaround times, issue trends
• Develop data visualizations to communicate localization performance and quality trends to stakeholders

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• 2- 5 years in translation, localization, or language services industry preferred

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• Strong written and verbal communication
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Multitasking and prioritization in a fast-paced environment
• Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel
• Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools and Translation Management Systems (TMS) - XTM and/or Trados Enterprise a strong plus
• Familiarity with DITA XML structured authoring and Content Management Systems (CMS) - Tridion Docs a strong plus
• Understanding of translation quality management and localization best practices