Job description
This is a remote position.
LocalEyes Group is a leading provider of Localization Services to the international computer and software sectors, with headquarters in Ireland and subsidiaries in Europe. LocalEyes is recruiting freelance translators with Norwegian to localise IT content:
Norwegian Technical Translator
Field of expertise: IT, technical translation (Software User Interface, Print documentation, Online Help)
Location: Remote
Schedule: This work is based on project needs as driven by business needs. Hours can therefore vary and flexibility with a changing schedule is very important. There might be peak periods with full days of work in a row
Project Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Freelance
We are looking for a Norwegian translator who is/has:
Native in Norwegian with a degree in Applied Linguistics, Translation or equivalent experience
IT skilled with knowledge and experience of SDL Studio and CAT tools
1 -3 years experience in the localization industry as translator for major IT account(s)
Extensive experience in technical translation for IT content – Software UI, Technical Documentation and Online Help systems
Proven affinity with localisation tools and up to date with language and terminology trends
Quality-driven and detail oriented
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
Obsessed by the detail and has a passion for languages
Has a flexible work ethic, and willing to working beyond a conventional 9:00-17:30 framework. Some weekend working is required, with ability to work across different time zones
Understands dynamics between client and vendor
Excellent written and spoken English to truly understand the meaning and translate as if it were originally written in target language
Working knowledge of XML or other MarkUp languages
Experience translating content containing embedded variables in an XML environment with a high comfort level in manipulating XML type tags during translation is a plus
Demonstrated aptitude to independently learn new technologies – translations may be performed using proprietary localisation tool sets
Able to work in a fast paced, demanding environment with multiple changes in project priorities and tight deadlines
In addition to the above, good editorial skills would be preferred
For this role you will be working as part of a dynamic team and in an international environment. Specific responsibilities include technical translations, linguistic review and QA, some project management (content, schedules, reporting), checking of terminology consistency through the management of TMs, MTPE, glossaries and style guides to guarantee the quality of deliverables.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.