Localization Manager (Unannounced Project)

Job Overview

Does the challenge of creating a cross-platform, live service, 3rd person shooter in Unreal Engine excite you? Join a new creative project that is being built by DPS Games be part of something truly unique. As a Localization manager, you will be responsible for the overall delivery of our game in various languages to the worldwide audience. Your day-to day tasks will encompass both managerial part with the cross-teams cooperation (localization managers, translators, developers) and technical hands-on work on integrating localized pieces into the game.

Reports to

Release QA Team Lead

What will you do?

• Own localization of the entire project: from the planning phase down to the integration into the game and post-release support.
• Maintain Project glossary along with the global Localization team ensuring consistency in terminology both inside and outside the game.
• Define and improve localization pipelines depending on the language, volume and project goals.
• Become the go-to person for the stakeholders from both the development side and localization managers.
• Take charge of the technical implementation: export texts, process the strings, create diff files, upload ready texts into the game, and conduct basic testing.
• Analyse localization bugs, monitor and handle their fixing.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in localization management with preferrable background in the gaming industry.
• Deep understanding of localization concepts, methodologies, tools and assets.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience in leading content localization across multiple languages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, excellent command of English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Guildford include:

• 5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year
• Dog-friendly office
• Onsite canteen (with an endless supply of snacks and beverages)
• Video game areas, Warhammer painting station, a bespoke D&D table, Adjustable height desks
• Wellbeing perks (Mental Health Days, Dedicated Well-being room, Team of Mental Heath First Aiders, Professional counseling)
• Health Insurance (including family coverage), Life Insurance, Pension contribution
• Career development and education opportunities within the company
• Employee discounts
• Personal Gaming Account
• Company events
• Seniority Awards
• Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
• Working in one of the main European hubs for game development
• Startup within a company with 25 years of experience on the market
• To learn more about our studio in Guildford, follow this link: https://dpsgames.com/studio