Tamil Linguistic QA Tester / Proofreader Part-Time

Welocalize; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a detail-oriented Linguistic QA Tester/Proofreader to ensure the highest quality of localization for various applications. This fully remote, part-time role offers the chance to leverage your linguistic skills in Tamil and technical expertise to identify and resolve localization issues. You will engage with diverse teams, execute test cases, and document findings in a dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for language and technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in translation, localization, or linguistic QA.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Test web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS.
• Identify, report, and track localization bugs using an internal bug-tracking system.

Skills

Native-level fluency in Tamil

Fluency in English

Technical troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Bug-tracking systems

Job description

Welocalize is offering an exciting opportunity for those who enjoy a mix of linguistic and technical work. We are seeking a Linguistic QA Tester / Proofreader with native-level fluency in Tamil and strong technical skills.

In this role, you will test a variety of applications and tools, execute test cases, identify localization issues, and report them through our internal bug-tracking system. You will also verify fixes once implemented.

This is a fully remote, part-time position (20 hours per week) with an open-ended contract.

Key Responsibilities

Test web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS

Execute test cases and scripts to ensure localization accuracy

Identify, report, and track localization bugs using an internal bug-tracking system

Verifying fixes and ensuring linguistic and functional quality

Prioritize linguistic issues, distinguishing between critical and non-critical errors

Clearly document and communicate issue reproduction steps

Collaborate with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

Native-level fluency in Tamil (grammar, vocabulary, composition, and punctuation)

Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Experience in translation, localization, or linguistic QA

Strong technical skills and ability to troubleshoot issues

Familiarity with bug-tracking systems and test case execution

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic setting

Must be legally based in the country listed in the job posting

Recruitment Process:

• Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This basically asks you to keep files and other information private.
• Take a language test online.
• If the language test is a pass, you will be interviewed by a Recruiter.
• If the interview is passed, you will be invited to enroll in a Learning Program specific to this project (1-hour duration, unpaid).
• Once you complete the Learning Program, you will be invited to a Tryout test (Proctored)
• If you pass, you will be invited to a final interview.
• If you pass the interview, you will receive an offer.
• In the first weeks you will receive training