Language QA Tester - Brazilian Portuguese

Nintendo; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Nintendo is seeking a Proofreader in Redmond, WA, to ensure text quality for consumer-facing documents. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of proofreading experience, advanced proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese, and familiarity with Nintendo franchises. This onsite role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

The position offers a pay range of $28.94 — $46.30 USD, along with performance bonuses and benefits including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of proofreading experience in a high-volume setting.
• Experience in publishing/editing in Brazilian Portuguese.
• Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Check text quality and presentation for consumer-facing documents.
• Provide feedback to leadership on project test plans.
• Process work for multiple testing projects to meet deadlines.

Skills

Proofreading experience

Advanced proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese

Familiarity with Nintendo franchises

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Undergraduate degree in target language or equivalent

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.

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, visit https://www.nintendo.com/.

Description of duties

• Checks consumer-facing documents and in-game text and voice for context, grammar, spelling, possible trademark issues, and overall presentation to ensure text quality meets Nintendo standards.
• Leverages language and cultural expertise when reviewing text, to ensure that the resulting experience resonates with the user and reflects the intent of the developer.
• Uses testing toolset to report bugs and confirm fixes in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provides feedback to leadership to inform project test plans, tool usage/features, etc. for current and future work.
• Works regularly with translation and writing staff to monitor progress and address text issues with the shared goal of improving testing quality and procedure.
• Processes work for multiple testing projects and provides respective project communications to consistently meet deadlines.

Summary of requirements

• 1-3 years of proofreading experience in a high-volume, deadline-oriented setting in Quality Assurance industry.
• Advanced level proficiency and formal or professional experience writing/editing in Brazilian Portuguese language.
• Experience in publishing and/or editing in Brazilian Portuguese.
• Ability to identify possible culturalization issues and propose possible solutions.
• Strong familiarity with Nintendo franchises and awareness of industry trends, especially in target market.
• Highly organized and be able to manage multiple projects at any given time.
• Undergraduate degree in target language or equivalent degree, or equivalent experience.

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

This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Pay Range:

$28.94 — $46.30 USD