Localization QA Team Lead in Madrid

Universally Speaking; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Permanent contract

On-site in Madrid (Alvento Business  –

Multicultural studio environment

Descripción de la vacante

Universally Speaking in Madrid is seeking an experienced LQA Lead to oversee linguistic, functional, and cosmetic testing of localized content for our game localization projects.

You will mentor a multilingual team, develop test plans, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and ensure brand and cultural appropriateness across languages. The role offers a permanent contract and on-site work at Madrid's Alvento Business Park.

Formación

• Experience in LQA, localization, or related fields with leadership or coordination.
• Familiarity with LQA tools, TMS, and bug-tracking software (JIRA, TestRail).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of linguistic nuances, cultural differences, and industry best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Translation, Localization, or related field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of LQA testers across multiple languages.
• Develop and implement LQA test plans, workflows, and best practices.
• Oversee linguistic, functional, and cosmetic testing of localized content.
• Ensure linguistic consistency, cultural appropriateness, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal teams regarding LQA processes.
• Allocate resources effectively and maintain project schedules.
• Track and report on LQA progress, issues, and resolutions.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and onboarding new LQA team members.

Conocimientos

LQA leadership

Localization testing

Project coordination

Client communication

Analytical thinking

Linguistic knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Linguistics/Localization

Herramientas

JIRA

TestRail

TMS

Descripción del empleo

About Universally Speaking

At Universally Speaking (US), we partner with the world's top game developers to ensure their Indie and AAA games are perfect before release. After years of success in the UK, we're expanding to Madrid and we're looking for passionate talent to join our new studio! If you love games, quality, and leading teams, this is your chance to make an impact in a fast-growing, international company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of LQA testers across multiple languages


• Develop and implement LQA test plans, workflows, and best practices


• Oversee linguistic, functional, and cosmetic testing of localized content


• Ensure linguistic consistency, cultural appropriateness, and adherence to brand guidelines


• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal teams regarding LQA processes


• Allocate resources effectively and maintain project schedules


• Track and report on LQA progress, issues, and resolutions


• Assist in recruiting, training, and onboarding new LQA team members

Requirements

• Proven experience in LQA, localization, or related fields, including leadership or coordination roles


• Familiarity with LQA tools, TMS, and bug-tracking software (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills


• Knowledge of linguistic nuances, cultural differences, and industry best practices


• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Translation, Localization, or related field preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in game, software, or app localization


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment


• Experience with automation tools for LQA is a plus

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Work with industry-leading developers and publishers


• Take ownership of teams and processes


• Grow your career in a multicultural, expanding studio


• Permanent contract, on-site in Madrid - Alvento Business Park