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Software Localization Engineer

Welocalize

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based on 32 Reviews

6-8 years

Gurgaon / Gurugram

1 vacancy

Software Localization Engineer

Welocalize

posted 2mon ago

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Flexible timing

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Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Software Localization Engineer is responsible for technical production program architecture on multiple accounts, advanced localization engineering, problem-solving escalation, and supporting and assisting the development of junior engineers. Engineers have attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, high motivation to learn and master new platforms, creativity, and the ability to adapt to fast-changing situations.

This role requires leading large enterprise projects.

Program Design-

Carry out production analysis on new lines of business for new or existing clients
Attend early sales and project planning meetings with client representatives, Welocalize business and project management owners
Determine if the content to be localized can be fitted into an existing hybrid production program
Determine against agreed criteria if the content to be localized is suitable for hybrid delivery
Craft a production program overview for the new line of business in conjunction with business owners
Efficiently organize the maintenance, update and development of the software applications (translation environment tools, and translation project management tools) that will enable our client to materialize this vision.

Program Implementation-

Define a detailed set of localization production steps in conjunction with the Welocalize hybrid model
Inform offshore production and resource planners that a new production requirement is being prepared
Where training content for any localization production step does not exist, create that training content
Deliver localization production training to offshore and partner production teams
Evolve a best practice approach to the creation, maintenance and delivery / distribution of localization production training
Communicate technical knowledge and resolutions to translators, technical partners, and other members of the project team
Manage Translation Memory setup and use localization tools standards for each client
Troubleshoot Solution of problems that arise in engineering process and compile and improve localized product until it meets quality standards.

Program Support-

Commit to measurable cost savings brought about by efficiencies introduced by you
Act as mentor and support to offshore production and strategic partner teams
Craft a quality assurance element for each production program that will measure the quality of deliverables from offshore and partner teams
Build a method of capturing and reporting quality metrics to the management team
Measure and report pre-defined cost and savings metrics for the production team
Develop expertise in agreed program and training development and distribution tools
Be the escalation point for offshore and partner teams
Provide the business with informed evaluation data for new localization tools and methodologies
Develop, drive and manage engineering forums to share information, process, tools, etc.
Support Project Managers / Functional Managers through projects, initiatives, load balancing, etc.
Represent Welocalize within industry forums and conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS-

6+ years of internalization engineering experience, 3 of which will have been spent in an Engineering Lead role
Excellent communicator
Excellent presentation and client-facing skills
Experienced report writer
Ability to develop and deliver training material
Takes business ownership of solution
Good understanding of project budgeting and costing.

Education and Experience Requirements-

College degree in related area and/or related experience in technology language or software internalization/localization.
Must have demonstrated mastery in at least three of the following:
.Net
Java/Javascript
Perl
Visual C++
Flash
VBA
XML/HTML/CSS
DITA or similar single-source authoring environment
Robohelp, Flare, or similar HAT
Trados
Passolo
WorldServer
SDL TMS
GlobalSight
Wordfast Pro/TranStudio
OmegaT
Rainbow/Okapi tools
Version control systems (SVN, GitHub, similar).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements-

Strong interpersonal skills: teamwork, able to learn new skills quickly, excellent written and verbal communication skills
A good understanding of the overall software internalization business (outside of engineering) and business strategy
Strong technical aptitude
Solid experience managing external partners to scope, schedule, and budget constraints
Good organization, prioritization and time management skills
Understanding of programming/scripting languages and concepts
Ability to multi-task
Ability to delegate work
Team player
Excellent interpersonal skills in a culturally diverse environment
Ability to clearly communicate detailed information both verbally and in a well written document
Strong quality focus
Ability to understand and troubleshoot development and build environments
Understanding of character set encodings and conversion of encodings
Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team member
Analytical problem solving skills
Solid experience of eLearning multimedia tools such as Flash, Adobe CC, Captivate, Storyline, Lectora.
Flexibility and ability to learn new technology.