Lead Localization Engineering Manager - AI/ML
Sas
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Job summary
SAS is seeking a Manager, Software Localization Engineering to lead the design, scaling, and operation of our localization technology platform in a hybrid role based in Cary, NC. You will guide AI-powered translation workflows, manage localization engineering teams, and collaborate across product and internationalization stakeholders to deliver multilingual software.
The role requires coordinating with TMS, MT, and LLM technologies, plus driving automation and best practices across global
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years in a technical localization management role with 2 years in people management.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of localization engineers, driving innovation through automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- Set the team's strategic direction and guide execution against business and organizational goals.
- Foster a high-performing culture through coaching, talent development, and performance leadership.
- Drive the evolution of localization platforms, services, and infrastructure supporting global software and content delivery.
- Guide the adoption of next-generation localization technologies, including machine translation and LLM-based workflows.
- Oversee scalable integrations across product systems, content platforms, and development pipelines.
- Partner across engineering, QA, and localization teams to improve quality, efficiency, and delivery outcomes.
- Champion localization best practices, technical standards, and automation strategies across the organization.
- Measure and continuously improve localization productivity and operational performance.
- Ensure compliance with secure software development practices and organizational policies.
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Job description
SAS is seeking a Manager, Software Localization Engineering to lead the design, scaling, and operation of our localization technology platform in a hybrid role based in Cary, NC. You will guide AI-powered translation workflows, manage localization engineering teams, and collaborate across product and internationalization stakeholders to deliver multilingual software.
The role requires coordinating with TMS, MT, and LLM technologies, plus driving automation and best practices across global
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