In - House Technical Translator with Finnish

LocalEyes; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

A tech localization services company in Helsinki is seeking an experienced In House Technical Translator. The role involves providing technical translations for software, collaborating with localization and engineering teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will be native Finnish speakers with strong English skills and a background in the localization industry. Attractive salary and opportunities for professional growth are included.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years experience in the localization industry as translator for major IT account(s).
• Experience translating UI for high-end software products.
• Demonstrated management of style guides and language glossaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical translations and adaptations for software.
• Work onsite as part of a dynamic team.
• Interact with other localization teams and global engineering teams.

Skills

Native in Finnish

Excellent written and spoken English

Knowledge/experience of CAT tools

Strong project management skills

Excellent UX writing skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Applied Linguistics, Translation, Culture & Literature

Tools

SDL Studio

XML

Job description

Overview

LocalEyes Group is a leading provider of Localization Services to the international tech sector with headquarters in Ireland and subsidiaries in Europe. We work with the world's most innovative tech companies to help them grow and expand into new markets.

Are you looking for an opportunity to work on a dynamic team passionate about delivering extraordinary localized software on some of the world’s most creative consumer electronic products?

LocalEyes is looking for an experienced and highly motivated In House Technical Translator to provide technical translations and adaptations for software. You will work onsite as part of a dynamic team and in a fast-paced international environment. You will interact with other localization teams (onsite and offsite) as well as global engineering and QA teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical translations and adaptations for software.
• Work onsite as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced international environment.
• Interact with other localization teams (onsite and offsite) as well as global engineering and QA teams.

Qualifications

• Native in Finnish, excellent written and spoken English, IT skilled with knowledge/experience of CAT tools, demonstrated management of style guides and language glossaries.
• Experience in translation of UI for high-end software products and working with cross-functional groups.
• Previous work experience in establishing terminology and style parameters for their respective language.
• IT skilled with knowledge and experience of SDL Studio and CAT tools.
• 1 - 3 years experience in the localization industry as translator for major IT account(s).
• Experience translating content containing embedded variables in an XML environment with a high comfort level in manipulating XML type tags during translation is a plus.
• A proven ability to initiate and drive terminology decisions.
• Professional and clear communication skills with the ability to influence a positive outcome to terminology discussions.
• 100% fluency in English.
• Attention to detail and cultural differences.
• Expertise/high interest in information technology.
• Experience with translation tools.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent partnership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Large vocabulary, literacy, and cross-cultural knowledge.
• Current and direct exposure to Finnish culture over a sustained period of time.
• Knowledgeable in, and critical to, multilingual and multicultural issues.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem solving and communication skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude to independently learn new technologies.
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
• Flexibility to respond and react to changing priorities quickly and efficiently.
• Works collaboratively and responsively with colleagues, managers, production centre and other stakeholders.
• Obsessed by detail, quality-driven and has a passion for languages.

Education & Experience

Degree in Applied Linguistics, Translation, Culture & Literature and equivalent

Additional Requirements

• Experience with localization and internationalization.
• Excellent UX writing skills and experience.
• Excellent knowledge of structural aspects of the language (syntax, semantics, phonology, phonetics).
• Experience in natural language processing and computational linguistics.
• Experience with a programming language.
• Localization project management experience.
• QA experience.

Benefits

Field of Expertise: IT, Documentation, Software, UI Testing, QA

Duration: 1 year with possible extension

Start date: April 2026

Location: Finland

Salary: Attractive

LocalEyes is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. LocalEyes will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

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