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Localization QC Specialist [Avatar Project]

Job Description

We’re looking for a Localization QC Specialist to help us bring the Avatar Project and future projects to a global audience.

Working together with the Localization Project Manager, you’ll play an important role in the localization of our games, with a focus on development testing and Quality Control. In this role you will have the chance to work with internationalization standards as you will be responsible for anticipating, identifying and fixing (potential) localization bugs, as well as coordinating (external) localization QA. Embedded in the development team, you will be expected to become an expert in our processes, tools and game content in order help us deliver the best possible experience to players around the world.

This is a permanent position based in Malmö, Sweden, and requires working onsite. We kindly ask you to apply with your CV and message to the hiring manager / cover letter in English. Applications will be reviewed whilst the job ad is posted.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring proper internationalization of the game (i.e. font, UI and other technical requirements);
• Anticipating, identifying, analyzing, fixing, and/or re-assigning localization bugs (i.e. language, voice-over, implementation, compliance, culture, etc.)
• Work hands-on with smoke testing/build troubleshooting
• Validation of internal milestone criteria
• Coordinating localization quality assurance with testers and development teams and to make sure we can deliver builds as planned
• Contributing to the continued development and evolution of our in-house Snowdrop engine localization pipeline
• Supporting the Localization Project Manager with ad-hoc tasks, like translation management, processing invoices, etc.
• Collaborate closely with different departments like Narrative, UI and Voice to solve and support with solutions for localization

Qualifications

You as a person

You know what it takes to localize complex AAA games and are passionate about doing so. You are an experienced gamer with a keen eye for detail. You thrive in a fast-paced dynamic organization, helped in-part by your excellent problem-solving, communication (both verbally and written in English) and organizational skills. You take initiative and can prioritize your workload appropriately. Besides the above we’re looking for someone aligned with our core values and the following skills and experience:

• Professional experience working in a leading QA position focused on AAA game projects;
• At least one console project shipped;
• Experience with outsourcing and vendor management;
• In-depth knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel);
• Experience with JIRA or similar bug tracking tools;

Bonus Qualifications

• Previous experience working with complex localization tools or CAT tools, specifically memoQ;
• Advanced knowledge of Visual Basic for Applications or similar.

Additional Information

Good to know

We aim to build a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in game development, and because we love to learn and grow from the people around us, we might ask you to complete a practical test as a part of the recruitment process.

We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you.Meanwhile, please check out the videos posted below and our employee perks here, to gain greater insight into life at Massive.

Longing to be part of a fun, creative, and passionate workplace? We can offer you this and more in an open and friendly environment where you will work with some of the best craftsmen in the industry.

Massive Entertainment is a premier producer of games and interactive entertainment for the global market. The studio is located in Malmö, Sweden, and fully owned by Ubisoft Entertainment, the world’s third-largest independent video game publisher. We're more than 650 people from 50+ different countries working together to produce major titles such as World in Conflict, Far Cry 3, Tom Clancy’s The Division, and our latest Avatar Project.

We value diversity at Massive and promote a family-friendly culture and a gender-balanced work environment, where equal opportunities play a meaningful role in the day-to-day operations of our studio.

Ubisoft is committed to enriching players’ lives with original & memorable entertainment experiences. We build worlds that are a playground for the imagination, offering moments of surprise, fun, and adventure as well as opportunities for learning and self-discovery.

At Ubisoft, you’ll grow and collaborate with highly talented teams from around the world. Our massively friendly work environment will inspire you to go above and beyond to create experiences and brands people will fall in love with.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.