Lead Translator

Bandai Namco; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandai Namco seeks an experienced Japanese–English translator and interpreter to ensure precise localization of meetings, technical reports and emails, maintaining tone and style across all content.

The role requires leadership, mentoring junior to senior translators, meticulous proofreading, familiarity with art development workflows, and the ability to convey complex gaming terminology clearly to artists and developers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years' experience in related field.
• Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N1 or above.
• English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR C1 or above.
• 3+ years of translation experience in any industry.
• 2+ years of verbal interpretation experience in any industry.
• Excellent proofreading skills and ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors.
• Familiarity with translation software.
• Good time-management skills.
• Possess leadership qualities.
• Certificate of accredited interpreting training is a plus.
• Knowledge in the gaming industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• At least 7-10 years' experience in related field.
• Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N1 or above.
• English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR C1 or above.
• 3 or more years of experience in translation in any industry.
• 2 or more years of experience in verbal interpretation in any industry.
• Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors.
• Excellent knowledge of content editing tools.
• Familiarity with translation software.
• Good time-management skills.
• Posses leadership qualities.
• Valid certificate of accredited interpreting training is a plus.
• Knowledge in the gaming industry is a plus.

Skills

JP-EN translation

EN-JP translation

Interpretation

Proofreading

Leadership

Tools

Translation software

Content editing tools

Job description

Description

Tasked in translating written and spoken content from one language to another. You will work closely with other translators and team members to ensure accuracy and consistency in translations. Your role will be critical in helping us communicate effectively with our clients and partners.

Requirements

• Translate from Japanese to English and vice versa for meetings, technical reports and emails
• Excellent knowledge of the workflows in the art development environment
• Familiar with Art development and is able to at times give clear explanations with additional supplementary information.
• Able to translate art terminology used by artists
• Able to perform as an interpreter in art development environment and ensure smooth progression of meetings
• Consistent quality of work while staying on schedule.
• Ensure translated content conveys original meaning and tone
• Proofread translated texts for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy
• Devise plans to guide Junior, Mid, and Senior level translators to increase their translation and interpretation skills.
• Able to lead the translating on the project embarked upon

Responsibilities

• At least 7-10 years' experience in related field.
• Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N1 or above.
• English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR C1 or above.
• 3 or more years of experience in translation in any industry.
• 2 or more years of experience in verbal interpretation in any industry.
• Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors.
• Excellent knowledge of content editing tools.
• Familiarity with translation software.
• Good time-management skills.
• Posses leadership qualities.
• Valid certificate of accredited interpreting training is a plus.
• Knowledge in the gaming industry is a plus.