Localization and QA Automation Developer Co-Op

Motorola Solutions; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking an Intern to support UI testing automation and Globalization platform development for Product Content localization across our software stack. You will troubleshoot UI layout issues, build automation scripts, and help optimize localization tools with a focus on i18n, l10n, and g11n concepts.

You will collaborate with internal teams, contribute to AI-driven tooling, and ensure high-quality multilingual product experiences across languages and regions.

Qualifications

• Understanding of software internationalization/localization principles (i18n, l10n, g11n)
• Strong software design and programming skills with OO patterns
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (Playwright, Selenium)
• Collaborative with cross-functional stakeholders to implement automated tests

Responsibilities

• Own UI layout testing from start to finish for localization QA
• Develop automation scripts and tooling for localization workflows
• Create transformation scripts for file format conversions
• Analyze source code to trigger strings in linguistic testing scope
• Incorporate AI tools into localization tooling responsibly
• Conduct post-translation engineering to ensure language integrity

Skills

Software Internationalization

Object-oriented development

Python

Bash

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

React/TypeScript

C++

MySQL

Agile methodologies

Git & CI/CD

AZURE KUBERNETES / AKS

GitHub Actions

Education

Enrollment in an accredited university undergraduate or Master's program

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. Weu2019re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thatu2019s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

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Department Overview

The Product Content Globalization (PCG) team provides strategic, scalable, high quality, and cost-effective localization deliverables to deliver best-in-class global user experiences and drive Motorola Solutions' global growth and leadership in AI-powered security solutions. We support multiple brands and assets-including software, product documentation, websites, and support communities-by embedding ourselves directly within stakeholder teams and continually innovating through proactive collaboration, seamless communication, and cutting-edge automation. We are deeply active in the global Localization Community to stay ahead of industry trends and share best practices with fellow leaders. Above all, we believe in lifelong learning, fostering an inspiring, highly dynamic environment, and empowering every team member to thrive professionally while elevating our global organization.

Job Description

You will be working within both the PCG and internal stakeholder teams focused on UI testing automation and Globalization platform development to support Product Content localization across Motorola Solutions. In this role, you will identify and troubleshoot UI layout issues in localized software, create and maintain automation scripts, develop specialized localization tools, and research and contribute to the continuous optimization of our localization tech stacks-leveraging AI tools in a responsible and impactful manner.

A genuine passion for languages and foreign cultures is paramount to your success in this position. You should possess a foundational curiosity about how software spans across global markets, bringing familiarity with core industry concepts including internationalization (i18n), localization (l10n), and globalization (g11n). As a self-motivated team player with meticulous attention to detail, you will thrive in our collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities Include

• Owning UI layout testing from start to finish for select software products undergoing localization QA


• Using your strong coding ability and knowledge of object-oriented design patterns to solve challenging problems involving Globalization platform capabilities and i18n defects


• Creating transformation scripts to seamlessly convert native file formats to localization-friendly file formats and back again


• Analyzing source code to identify efficient ways to trigger specific strings within linguistic testing scope


• Creating and maintaining automation scripts for various testing and workflow tasks


• Responsibly incorporating modern AI tools into the development and refinement of localization tools


• Executing post-translation engineering tasks to ensure functional and visual integrity across languages

Qualifications

• General understanding of Software Internationalization and Localization Principles


• Strong software design and programming skills, including knowledge of object-oriented development


• Knowledge of Python, Bash, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, React/TypeScript, C++, MySQL and proficiency with automated testing frameworks such as Playwright and Selenium


• Familiarity with Agile Methodology, Git version control, and CI/CD pipelines - Azure Kubernetes (AKS) and GitHub actions


• Ability to work collaboratively with external and cross-functional stakeholders to implement automated tests, ensuring timely, high-quality feedback for product releases


• Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail


• Deep passion and love for languages, diverse cultures, and global technologies

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure cloud infrastructure


• Familiarity with MySQL, Django API development, and database management


• Knowledge of a foreign language, specifically one or more of the following: Arabic, Hebrew, or German

NOTE: Translation tasks are not required, but the candidate should be able to differentiate various languages and feel comfortable navigating complex software in multiple non-native languages.

Target Salary Range: 45,600 - 66,000 CAD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

Enrollment in an accredited university undergraduate or Master's program.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Intern

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youu2019d like to join our team but feel that you donu2019t quite meet all of the preferred skills, weu2019d still love to hear why you think youu2019d be a great addition to our team.

Weu2019re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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