Localization QA Lead — Global Media (Onsite)

Localizationacademy; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Localizationacademy is seeking a dedicated Music, TV & Sports Localization QA Specialist to support and coordinate localization efforts. You will manage QA, collaborate with global vendors and internal teams, create QA plans, test in the localization lab, fix bugs, and ensure timely delivery across up to 40 languages.

The role requires onsite presence in Cupertino, CA, with 5 days per week in the office, through 3/19/2027.

Qualifications

• Experience designing QA plans for localization of media content.
• Proven track record in end-to-end testing and bug tracking.
• Familiarity with CMS databases and localization tooling.
• Strong ability to manage multiple rapid-turnaround projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design QA plans, perform localization testing, and troubleshoot bugs across entertainment content ecosystems.
• Coordinate vendor testers globally and align internal teams to meet release timelines.
• Identify blockers early and escalate risks to stakeholders with clear status updates.
• Manage localization workflows within content management databases and localization tools.

Skills

Localization QA

i18n

QA methodologies

Project management

Bug tracking

Cross-functional

Communication

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMS databases

Localization tools

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Localizationacademy is seeking a dedicated Music, TV & Sports Localization QA Specialist to support and coordinate localization efforts. You will manage QA, collaborate with global vendors and internal teams, create QA plans, test in the localization lab, fix bugs, and ensure timely delivery across up to 40 languages.

The role requires onsite presence in Cupertino, CA, with 5 days per week in the office, through 3/19/2027.