Global Localization Program Lead — Scale Automation

Duolingo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 143,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Duolingo is seeking a lead for Localization within Scaling Operations to turn high-volume localization work into durable, scalable systems across 30+ UI languages. You will own end-to-end programs from idea to long-term execution, partnering with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language experts to keep localization aligned with Duolingo's growth.

You will drive automation and tooling, establish workflows to increase throughput and quality, and own the metrics to inform strategy and

Qualifications

• Experience crafting localization strategy and systems for new features with product and engineering partners.
• Track record leading localization programs in consumer apps.
• Proficiency with AI, CMSs, and CAT tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder alignment skills.
• Ability translate insights into scalable workflow specs.

Responsibilities

• Drive automation and system improvements to scale localization processes.
• Own vertical metrics to guide strategy and prioritization.
• Cultivate partnerships to develop localization strategy and roadmaps.
• Establish workflows and tooling to increase throughput and quality.

Skills

Localization strategy

Program leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

AI tooling experience

CMSs experience

CAT tools

Data-driven decision making

Excellent communication

Tools

AI tooling

CMSs

CAT tools

Job description

Duolingo is seeking a lead for Localization within Scaling Operations to turn high-volume localization work into durable, scalable systems across 30+ UI languages. You will own end-to-end programs from idea to long-term execution, partnering with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language experts to keep localization aligned with Duolingo's growth.

You will drive automation and tooling, establish workflows to increase throughput and quality, and own the metrics to inform strategy and