Localization Program Manager

Localizationacademy; Illinois; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on localization seeks a Localization Program Manager to oversee product localization efforts. The role involves engaging with cross-functional teams, ensuring best practices, and optimizing localization processes. Candidates should have 3+ years in project management and a solid understanding of translation technologies.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Life & disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Legal support

Qualifications

• 3+ years in localization program/project management.
• Understanding of translation technologies and best practices.
• Strong communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Engage with cross-functional teams to launch localized products.
• Design end-to-end localization frameworks.
• Analyze data and streamline localization processes.

Skills

Localization project management

Translation technologies

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Process optimization

Education

BA/BS or equivalent work experience

Tools

Translation Management Systems

SQL

Analytics tools

Job description

What are we looking for in our Localization Program Manager?

Job Title: Localization Program Manager

Location: Remote

Duration: 6+ months

Pay rate: $50-55/hr W2 (DOE)

Description

Languages are key to our mission of bringing the world closer together. The family of products is currently available in 100+ languages and we are adding many more. Over 70% of people use our products in a language other than English, and approximately 90% are outside of North America. As a Localization Program Manager, you will partner with product and internationalization teams to empower products to feel local at a global scale.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in localization program or project management
• BA/BS or equivalent work experience in localization/internationalization project or program management
• Experience with and thorough understanding of translation technologies: translation memories, translation management systems, machine translation, etc.
• Experience implementing scalable and change management frameworks
• Experience communicating across and driving results among cross-functional stakeholders, working across time zones and international offices
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to inform business decisions
• Ability to stay focused, prioritize, and create structure across large, ambiguous programs and set goals for long-term initiatives

Responsibilities

• Engage and build relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders (Product, Design, Engineering, etc.) to launch successful localized products and content
• Design and implement efficient and scalable end-to-end localization frameworks tailored to various products and content types
• Guide stakeholders to ensure localization best practices are followed and drive efficient execution
• Proactively identify and streamline technical and process issues affecting localized product relevancy, quality, and functionality
• Seek opportunities to optimize the international user experience and influence adoption of optimal solutions
• Partner with internationalization teams to ensure resources are in place and deliveries meet standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of translation technologies like translation memories, machine translation, CAT tools, and AI applications in localization
• Knowledge of additional languages beyond English
• Familiarity with internationalization standards such as Unicode and CLDR
• Exposure to SQL, analytics tools, or coding languages
• Experience working with localization vendors

Additional Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years managing localization programs or projects
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse stakeholders and navigate ambiguous problems

Day-to-Day Responsibilities include:

• Building relationships with stakeholders to identify priorities and drive execution
• Analyzing data to inform decisions
• Streamlining technical and process issues affecting localization
• Supporting localization launches and ensuring best practices are adopted
• Designing process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality

Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401(k), life & disability insurance, employee assistance programs, legal support, and other benefits.

Rate/Salary: $50-55/hr W2 (DOE)