Product Localization Specialist

DigiPlus Interactive Corp.; Philippines; Remote; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is seeking a Product Localization Specialist to adapt product content for local language, culture, and user behavior. You will work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and marketing to deliver localized experiences.

Responsibilities include writing local copy, translating and adapting tooltips and onboarding, reviewing PRDs, and ensuring QA alignment with local standards. This role requires strong editing and cross-cultural communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Linguistics, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• 1–3 years in product localization, content writing, or UX/UI adaptation; gaming/tech preferred.
• Strong English, local language skills a plus; ability to interpret PRDs into localized content.
• Detail-oriented with editing and proofreading strengths; cross-cultural communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Product Content Localization: Write and adapt localized product copy aligned with brand tone.
• Understand PRD and product logic; adapt descriptions, tooltips, notifications, and onboarding flows for local context.
• Analyze user interactions and benchmark local platforms to improve localization; research competitors.
• QA localization features; ensure alignment with local language, design standards, and user expectations; collaborate with QA.

Skills

English fluency

Local language skills

PRD interpretation

UX awareness

Cross-cultural comms

Team collaboration

Editing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Linguistics, Communications, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Product Localization Specialist is responsible for adapting product content and features to ensure they align with local language, cultural nuances, and user behaviors. This role requires close collaboration with product managers, UX/UI designers, and marketing teams to deliver seamless, intuitive, and engaging localized experiences.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Content Localization- Write and adapt localized product copy, ensuring clear communication and alignment with brand tone.- Ensure translations are accurate, culturally appropriate, and resonate with local users.

2. Understanding PRD and Product Logic- Review and understand product manager PRDs (Product Requirement Documents).- Adapt functional descriptions, tooltips, notifications, and onboarding flows to meet local context

3. User Interaction and Competitive Analysis- Analyze user interaction behaviors and identify opportunities for improvement in localized experiences.- Research competitor platforms to understand local best practices and benchmarks.

4. Quality Assurance for Localized Features- Review all product features before launch to confirm alignment with local language, design standards, and user expectations.- Collaborate with QA teams to identify and resolve localization-related issues.

Requirements

1. Education

2. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Linguistics, Communications, Marketing, or a related field

3. Experience- 1-3 years of experience in product localization, content writing, or UX/UI adaptation.- Previous experience in gaming, tech, or consumer-facing platforms preferred.

4. Skills- Strong command of English (required); proficiency in local languages is a plus.- Ability to interpret and adapt PRDs into effective localized content.- Understanding of user experience principles and cross-cultural communication.- Familiarity with competitive market research and benchmarking practices

5. Personal Traits- Detail-oriented with strong editing and proofreading skills.- Creative problem-solver with sensitivity to cultural differences.- Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.