Remote English/Malay Localization Specialist

The Elitejob

Malaysia

Remote

MYR 67,000 - 112,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedule

Professional growth

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Job summary

The Elite Job is seeking a highly skilled Home-Based Localization Specialist to translate and localize content across platforms. This remote role emphasizes accuracy, cultural nuance, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality translations.

Applicants should have 2–3 years of localization experience, strong English and Malay skills, and proficiency with CAT tools such as SDL Trados or MemoQ. Remote work offers flexibility while supporting global projects.

Qualifications

Proficiency in English and Malay, both written and spoken.
Minimum 2–3 years of localization or translation experience.
Experience working remotely and managing time effectively is preferred.

Responsibilities

Translate and localize content across formats from English to Malay and vice versa.
Collaborate with project managers and content creators to understand requirements and ensure quality translations.
Review and edit translated content for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and consistency.
Ensure translations align with cultural norms and target audience preferences.
Conduct quality assurance tests on localized products for functionality and correctness.
Maintain a consistent voice and style across translations.
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and project priorities.
Support proofreading and content adaptation for different regions.