Localization Engineer

TransPerfect; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Part time

Job summary

A global localization company is seeking a Localization Engineer in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This role involves ensuring the global readiness of products by streamlining localization workflows and integrating technical solutions. Candidates should have 2–4 years of experience, a Bachelor's in a relevant field, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python. This contract position emphasizes collaboration, technical troubleshooting, and documentation of processes to enhance product localization efforts.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of experience in localization engineering or related technical role.
• Strong understanding of file formats like JSON, XML, CSV.
• Experience with PC software or game development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and process files for translation.
• Build and maintain scripts/tools to automate localization workflows.
• Collaborate with team members to integrate localized assets.

Skills

Scripting in Python

Localization workflows

Debugging encoding issues

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Job description

Localization Engineer role at TransPerfect

As a Localization Engineer – PC, you’ll ensure global readiness of PC products by enabling seamless localization workflows, technical integration, and automation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and process files for translation across PC titles.
• Build and maintain scripts/tools to automate localization workflows.
• Collaborate with linguists, PMs, and developers to integrate localized assets.
• Troubleshoot encoding, formatting, and file conversion issues.
• Validate localized builds and ensure proper implementation.
• Maintain documentation for tools, workflows, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 2–4+ years in localization engineering or related technical role.
• Strong understanding of localization workflows and file formats (JSON, XML, CSV).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with debugging encoding and automation issues.
• Familiarity with Git or version control tools.
• Experience in PC software or game development is a plus.
• Languages: Python, Bash/PowerShell.
• Formats: JSON, XML, CSV, HTML, YAML.
• Tools: Git, Jenkins/CI.
• Nice to Have: build automation tools.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology, Quality Assurance, and Engineering

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India