Korean Translation & Localization Specialist

Blueprint Technologies; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Professional growth opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Blueprint Technologies is seeking a Korean Games Translation & Localization Specialist to join our Bellevue-based team. You will translate and localize gaming content into Korean with high linguistic quality and cultural relevance.

You'll collaborate with localization experts and cross-functional partners to deliver accurate content for players and customers, across new releases and marketing materials. This role blends language finesse with gaming passion.

Qualifications

• Native-level written and verbal proficiency in Korean, including exceptional grammar and style.
• Experience with professional translation or localization in gaming.
• Familiarity with gaming terminology and context for accurate localization.

Responsibilities

• Translate and localize gaming content from English into Korean.
• Support new releases, marketing materials, and knowledge-base articles.
• Ensure translations are culturally relevant and consistent in tone and terminology.
• Review and refine localized content for high linguistic quality.
• Manage short- and long-term translation projects and meet deadlines.
• Adapt plans when source materials or priorities change.
• Use CAT tools to manage terminology and translations.
• Collaborate with translators, reviewers, and stakeholders.
• Stay informed about gaming terminology, platforms, and communities.
• Contribute to a culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Korean language proficiency

Gaming terminology

Translation quality

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Crowdin

memoQ

Memsource

SDL Trados

Wordfast

Job description

Bellevue, WA

About Blueprint

Blueprint is a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with teams across the United States. We help organizations turn complex challenges into meaningful outcomes by connecting strategy and execution across AI, cloud, data, product development, and emerging technology.

Our culture is built by people who care deeply about doing exceptional work. We set high standards, take ownership, and continually challenge ourselves and one another to be better. We work hard, support each other, and take genuine pride in what we deliver for our clients, partners, and teams.

At Blueprint, you’ll work alongside talented people with different experiences, expertise, and perspectives. You’ll have opportunities to take on meaningful challenges, expand your skills, and see the impact of what you build.

Bring your perspective. Raise the standard. Build what matters.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Korean Games Translation & Localization Specialist to join our world-class localization team. In this role, you’ll translate and localize gaming content into Korean with exceptional linguistic quality, cultural relevance, and attention to detail. You’ll collaborate with fellow localization specialists and cross-functional partners to deliver accurate, engaging content for players and customers.

This role is ideal for someone who combines deep Korean language expertise with a genuine passion for gaming. You’ll work across new releases, marketing materials, support content, and other customer-facing communications while managing changing priorities and occasional last‑minute updates.

What You’ll Do

• Translate and localize gaming and technical content from English into Korean.
• Support new releases, marketing materials, knowledge‑base articles, and other customer‑facing content.
• Ensure translations are accurate, culturally relevant, and consistent in tone, terminology, grammar, and style.
• Review and refine localized content to maintain high standards of linguistic quality.
• Manage short‑term and long‑term translation projects while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Reprioritize work effectively when source materials or project requirements change.
• Use computer‑assisted translation tools to manage terminology, translation memory, and workflow consistency.
• Collaborate closely with other translators, reviewers, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Stay informed about gaming terminology, genres, platforms, hardware, and player communities.
• Contribute to a team culture focused on quality, continuous improvement, innovation, and shared success.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in translation, localization, linguistics, game design, or a related field.
• Native‑level written and verbal proficiency in Korean, including exceptional command of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Professional translation or localization experience.
• Strong familiarity with gaming terminology and the ability to translate content accurately within a gaming context.
• Experience with computer‑assisted translation tools such as Crowdin, memoQ, Memsource, SDL Trados, Wordfast, or similar platforms.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to quick turnaround times, and maintain quality when priorities change.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to communicate effectively in a highly team‑oriented environment.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience translating or localizing gaming and technical content.
• Passion for PC or console gaming.
• Familiarity with computer hardware, software development, or game design.
• Familiarity with game distribution platforms.
• Knowledge of different game genres and online gaming communities.
• Knowledge of gaming hardware and platform ecosystems.

Compensation

At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market.

For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated compensation range is $33.65 to $43.25 USD per hour, with a midpoint of $38.45 USD per hour. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final compensation and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Location and Work Arrangement

This role is primarily remote and must be performed from within the Greater Seattle, Washington commutable area due to occasional onsite requirements. Employees should be able to accommodate periodic onsite visits as needed. The team’s core coverage hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Blueprint believes that healthy, supported employees do their best work. Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Competitive paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on role, employment status, and location.

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

We may use AI‑assisted tools to support parts of the recruiting process, including identifying and evaluating candidates based on job‑related qualifications and experience. Human recruiters and hiring managers remain actively involved in all hiring decisions. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].