Linguistic QA Tester / Proofreader de_DE

welocalize; United States; On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize is seeking a Linguistic QA Tester to proofread and edit Hebrew content, ensuring grammar, punctuation, and consistency. The role includes translating from English to Hebrew and testing UI on Mac OS X and iOS. You will report localization bugs through an internal system and verify fixes after implementation.

Onsite positions are available in Austin, TX and Cupertino, CA with W-2 benefits. The ideal candidate has a background in Marketing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Writing and/or

Qualifications

• Native Hebrew grammar, vocabulary, punctuation proficiency.
• Strong English written and spoken skills.
• Experience with translation/localization testing and QA processes.
• Experience creating and executing test cases and using bug-tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Proofread and edit localized Hebrew content for accuracy and consistency.
• Identify localization bugs, report them via bug-tracking system, and verify fixes.
• Check UI functionality and usability across platforms (Mac OS X and iOS).
• Execute and document test cases and scripts to ensure quality across apps.

Skills

Hebrew fluency

English fluency

Bug tracking experience

Test case authoring

Independent worker

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Job Title: Linguistic QA Tester

Department: Staffing/Quality Management

Reports To: Vendor Project Manager

Main Purpose of Job

As a Linguistic QA Tester, you will primarily be proofreading and editing content already localized to your native language, making sure you catch any errors in the content, such as: grammar, typos, syntax, punctuation, capitalization, political incorrectness, inconsistencies, and extra spaces between words or characters. You will sometimes be translating content from English to your native language. You will also be checking UIs for functional issues. Job Description Welocalize is seeking QA Tester/Proofreader in Hebrew. You will be using devices to test a wide range of internally and externally facing applications and tools. We are looking for a candidate with a background in: Marketing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Writing and/or Localization. The tester will be conduct test cases, identify localization bugs, report them via an internal bug tracking system as well as verify the fixes once implemented.

Job Requirements

• Austin, TX (100% onsite, no remote work)
• W-2 (eligible for benefits based on hours worked)
• Monday-Friday (set hours)
• You must have a valid visa to work in the USA
• Native-level fluency in their respective language (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation)
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Experience working in translation
• Tech savvy, with experience testing web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS
• Ability to prioritize linguistic issues and distinguish between a true must-fix and a nice-to-have
• Experience working with test cases and test scripts
• Experience with bug tracking systems
• Ability to clearly articulate reproduction steps for a given issue and communicate critical information
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an team
• Ability to work with very diverse teams
• Flexibility to work during non-business hours, weekends, and national/federal holidays
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team ethic

Additional Job Details

Languages needed: HEIL

Compensation

• $28/h - Austin
• $35/h - Cupertino