Irish Translator

Welocalize, Inc; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize, Inc. is seeking a Translator in Ireland to translate IT and software content while preserving meaning and readability. The role requires native Gaelic and fluent English, plus experience with Windows, Office, and CAT tools.

The translator will maintain glossaries, collaborate with fellow linguists, and ensure all customer requirements are met with high quality and timely delivery. Remote collaboration may be required for home-based work.

Qualifications

• University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Native-level Gaelic (Ireland) and English, fluent in written and spoken forms.
• Experience with standard software such as Windows and Office; familiarity with CAT tools.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from managers and clients.
• Fast learner, motivated, versatile; able to work with a remote team if home-based.

Responsibilities

• Translate content between languages preserving original meaning and readability.
• Maintain glossary and coordinate with other translators.
• Prepare evaluation reports and participate in training when needed.
• Ensure adherence to customer requirements, style, terminology, and accuracy.
• Support translation processes to improve capability and productivity.

Skills

Gaelic (Ireland) & English

CAT tools

Windows

Office suite

Communication skills

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

Job Title Translator Department Language Group Reports To Translation Lead

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Translator is a key position at Welocalize because of the fact that we, a localization company whose core business is software localization and technical translation, are "translating" IT products by a real meaning. About 40% of Welocalize staff hold this position and their performance decides the health of the company. Translator is also a position that brings up talents for other roles in the company, not only for language related jobs but also for management and business.

MAIN DUTIES

The following is a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities and areas of ownership of a Translator: Translate content from a language into another with original meaning conveyed in a manner that is readable and understandable to target audience. Unless for localization purpose, translators shall not alter, add, or omit the meaning or true purpose of content. Meet requirements for matching the purpose when translating, regardless the requirements are internal or external, expressed or implicated ones. Especially, ensure the expressed customer requirements are followed exactly or handled properly. The requirements may be related to style, terminology, correctness, accuracy, fluency, readability, timeliness, availability, etc. whatever it is applicable. Take supportive tasks that are necessary to translation process. The example of such tasks includes maintaining glossary, coordinating with other translators, preparing evaluation reports, receiving and giving training, etc. Achieve excellence in technical translation by making continual improvements in capability and productivity.

Performance Measures

Daily productivity On time delivery Quality scores Overall Performance Translator's overall performance, including but not limited to one's attitude toward work, sense of responsibility, communication skills, team work spirit and attendance, will be appraised by Team Lead. Translators need to clearly and consistently meet expected performance results.

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience Fluent in host language, both written and spoken, fluent in respective translated language, both written and spoken Experience & Relevant Skills Native-level in Gaelic (Ireland) and English Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications. Experience with CAT tools. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Fast learner, motivated, versatile If home based, ability to work with a remote team

Additional Job Details: REQUIREMENTS

Education Level University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience Fluent in host language, both written and spoken, fluent in respective translated language, both written and spoken Experience with standard software, such as Windows and Office applications. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Fast learner, motivated, Versatile If home based, ability to work with a remote team

IT Knowledge

Welocalize is a leading technology-enabled provider of translation, localization, and AI-driven content solutions, helping businesses communicate, innovate, and grow globally. Specializing in complex and regulated industries, Welocalize delivers precise, scalable multilingual content through a powerful combination of advanced AI technologies and expert human talent. At the core is Welocalize’s AI-enabled OPAL platform, which transforms translation workflows by integrating machine translation (MT) and large language models (LLMs) to provide fast, accurate, and culturally relevant content in over 300 languages. With a commitment to excellence, Welocalize holds 7 ISO certifications. Welocalize is headquartered in New York with offices all over the globe.