Remote-Eligible Strategic Localization Lead (Canada)

Airbnb; Canada; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Employee Travel Credits

Job summary

Airbnb Canada is seeking a Localization Manager to lead language strategy for local markets and collaborate with internal teams to deliver authentic experiences for Canadian users. You will shape global-to-local translation, branding, and product copy, ensuring market-relevant language and tone.

The role is Canada-based and remote-eligible, with opportunities to work from an Airbnb office. You will partner with regional and global stakeholders to drive international growth and maintain Airbnb’s

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product localization with a proven track record of owning localization strategy in international launches and language quality.
• Fluency in English and native knowledge of Canadian French is a must.
• Experience building market strategies informed by thorough market research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Country Manager, Marketing Manager, Legal Counsel and others to devise market-aligned strategies.
• Lead localization of product naming and creative copies across markets.
• Drive localization quality initiatives and vendor management.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams and time zones to ship high-quality localized products.

Skills

Localization strategy

Market research

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Airbnb Canada is seeking a Localization Manager to lead language strategy for local markets and collaborate with internal teams to deliver authentic experiences for Canadian users. You will shape global-to-local translation, branding, and product copy, ensuring market-relevant language and tone.

The role is Canada-based and remote-eligible, with opportunities to work from an Airbnb office. You will partner with regional and global stakeholders to drive international growth and maintain Airbnb’s