Global Localization Planner (Hybrid)

Nintendo of America Inc; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Nintendo of America Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Specialist in Redmond, WA to oversee cross-team localization efforts and ensure on-time, on-budget deliveries while upholding quality standards.

The role partners with global teams, coordinates daily task flows, and supports process improvements across vendors and internal stakeholders, translating materials as needed. This hybrid position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with MS Office, and familiarity with Japanese

Qualifications

• One to three years of related experience.
• Experience working with global teams.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese and American culture, and familiarity with Japanese business protocol.
• Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Communication, Business, a related field or equivalent education and experience required.
• Bilingual role requires Level 1 Japanese Proficiency Test or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Partner with global localization teams to manage scope, schedule, and milestones through project lifecycle.
• Coordinate day-to-day logistics of tasks generated from assigned projects and disseminate information to teams.
• Support Sponsors to improve localization process and workflow; contribute to standardized processes and tools.
• Communicate with overseas and domestic developers and external partners regarding localization through project lifecycle.
• Maintain cultural and asset review database for localization projects.
• Monitor budgets and coordinate with stakeholders for supplemental budgets when needed.

Skills

Global team experience

Organizational skills

Customer service

Japanese/American culture knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Project management (Waterfall/Agile)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics/Communication/Business or related field

Job description

Nintendo of America Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Specialist in Redmond, WA to oversee cross-team localization efforts and ensure on-time, on-budget deliveries while upholding quality standards.

The role partners with global teams, coordinates daily task flows, and supports process improvements across vendors and internal stakeholders, translating materials as needed. This hybrid position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with MS Office, and familiarity with Japanese