QA Specialist, Translator

Lonza; Hyderabad; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Lonza in Hyderabad, India (Hybrid) seeks a QA Specialist, Technical Translator to deliver high‑quality translations of technical and organizational documents. You will ensure regulatory alignment and collaborate with Operations to guarantee document readiness across Quality, Production, Engineering, HR and Communication.

The ideal candidate has strong German and English skills, experience with regulated documentation, and a detail‑oriented, multi‑project mindset in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience in technical translation.
• Proven experience translating technical documentation, ideally within a pharmaceutical, chemical, or highly regulated GxP environment.
• Excellent command of German and English (written and spoken) is essential, with the ability to capture complex technical nuances in both languages.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining consistency across large volumes of documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with translation software and tools, as well as standard office applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on collaborative problem-solving and effective communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical, operational, and organizational documents across various departments with accuracy, consistency, and in accordance with internal standards.
• Ensure linguistic quality, clarity, and alignment with site terminology and regulatory expectations.
• Maintain documentation alignment with approved templates, controlled language, and quality system requirements.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for translation workflows and tools, supporting teams in the preparation, wording, and structure of documents.
• Guarantee the timely delivery of translations, proactively managing workload and shifting priorities to meet critical site due dates.
• Review, edit, and proofread translated content to ensure absolute correctness and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with team members and Operations to define priorities, secure customer satisfaction, and guarantee readiness for documentation implementation.

Skills

German translation

English translation

Technical translation

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation review

Project management

SME for translation workflows

Education

Degree in Translation or Linguistics

Tools

Translation software/tools

Office applications

Job description

Job Title: QA Specialist, Technical Translator

Location: Hyderabad, India (Hybrid)

***Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Summary:

Be part of Lonza's world-class Quality Systems & Compliance team. As a Translator Specialist, you will act as a subject matter expert for the translation of technical and organizational documentation. You will ensure the timely and accurate delivery of high-quality translations, supporting the consistency and compliance of site documentation while working in close collaboration with Operations to guarantee effective communication and documentation readiness.

What you will get

An agile career and dynamic working culture.

An inclusive and ethical workplace.

Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

The opportunity to work in a cross-functional role supporting diverse departments from Engineering to HR.

A professional environment that values linguistic precision and regulatory compliance.

Translate technical, operational, and organizational documents across various departments (Quality, Production, Engineering, HR, and Communication) with accuracy, consistency, and in accordance with internal standards.

Ensure linguistic quality, clarity, and alignment with site terminology and regulatory expectations.

Maintain documentation alignment with approved templates, controlled language, and quality system requirements.

Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for translation workflows and tools, supporting teams in the preparation, wording, and structure of documents.

Guarantee the timely delivery of translations, proactively managing workload and shifting priorities to meet critical site due dates.

Review, edit, and proofread translated content to ensure absolute correctness and compliance.

Collaborate closely with team members and Operations to define priorities, secure customer satisfaction, and guarantee readiness for documentation implementation.

What we are looking for

Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience in technical translation.

Proven experience translating technical documentation, ideally within a pharmaceutical, chemical, or highly regulated GxP environment.

Excellent command of German and English (written and spoken) is essential, with the ability to capture complex technical nuances in both languages.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining consistency across large volumes of documentation.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with translation software and tools, as well as standard office applications.

Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on collaborative problem-solving and effective communication with various stakeholders.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.