CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Nintendo; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Nintendo is seeking a Translation/Interpretation professional based in Redmond, WA. The successful candidate will facilitate communication by translating documents and offering verbal interpretation between Japanese and English.

With a minimum of two years in translation and a deep understanding of both cultures, candidates will thrive in a hybrid role, balancing performance under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.

This position includes a competitive pay range of $30 to $45 per hour, depending on experience, and offers various agency benefits.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of related experience.
• Two years of translation experience.
• Must multi-task under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate confidential e-mails and documentation between Japanese and English.
• Provide verbal interpretation for meetings.
• Manage communication tools and improve usability.

Skills

Verbal and written communication in English and Japanese

Understanding of Japanese business culture

MS Office proficiency

Video game industry knowledge

Education

Professional training in Translation/Interpretation or equivalent experience

Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N1 certification or equivalent capability

Job description

Nintendo of America

About Nintendo of America

From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System TM more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario TM , Donkey Kong TM , The Legend of Zelda TM , Metroid TM , Animal Crossing TM , Pikmin TM and Splatoon TM across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.

Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/.

Description of Duties

• Translates confidential e-mail and other written documentation from Japanese to English, and English to Japanese.
• Provides verbal interpretation for meetings and conference calls.
• Chooses the equivalent expression in the target language that fully conveys and best matches the meaning intended in the source language (referred to as congruity judgment).
• May manage various communication tools and database and contributes to improve usability and efficiency.
• Creates translation workflow manuals and updates accordingly to department changes.
• Receives briefings or prepares through reading and study on subject to be discussed prior to interpreting session.
• May act as liaison with Japanese developers and assists in scheduling and planning.
• Coordinates with internal and external groups on project management and short to long-term planning.
• Performs all job responsibilities in strict adherence to corporate prototype security policy and procedures.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external contacts.
• The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Summary of Requirements

• Two to four years of related experience required.
• Two years of translation experience.
• Native level in verbal and written communication in English and Japanese.
• Intermediate to high level of proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent understanding of Japanese business culture and etiquette.
• Extensive knowledge of video game software/hardware and industry.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and relationship-building skills, problem-solving and cross-function collaboration.
• Interpretation experience strongly preferred.
• Multi-tasks under pressure in a fast-paced, highly confidential environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines.
• Requires working knowledge and skills developed through formal training, licensing/certification or work experience.
• Requires established skills to perform a range of routine activities; this may include application of administrative or analytical/technical skills.
• Professional training in Translation/Interpretation or equivalent experience.
• Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N1 certification or equivalent capability.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

This contract position includes the base pay range listed below and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency. Agency benefits include eligibility for medical insurance, employee assistance program, and paid sick leave. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms. Benefits offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, and may differ depending on the employing agency partner.

Pay range:

$30 — $45 USD