Localization Quality Assurance (LQA) Senior Tester in Madrid

About Universally Speaking

At Universally Speaking (US), we are a trusted partner to the global games industry. It’s on US to make sure games are ready for release. From Indie titles to AAA blockbusters, developers rely on us to ensure their games are linguistically flawless and culturally authentic before reaching players worldwide.

Following years of success in the UK, we have expanded to Madrid, and we are growing our studio with passionate and experienced LQA professionals.

If you are ready to take the next step in your LQA career, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior LQA Tester to play a key role in delivering high-quality localized gaming experiences. As a Senior LQA Tester, you will act as a language authority and mentor, ensuring linguistic excellence while supporting team development and project delivery. This is not just a testing role it is a position of ownership, leadership, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Linguistic & Functional Testing

• Perform linguistic, textual, and functional testing of localized video game content
• Identify, document, and report bugs using tracking tools (JIRA, TestRail, DevTrack, etc.)
• Ensure linguistic accuracy, consistency, tone, and cultural appropriateness

Language Ownership

• Act as the main point of reference for your assigned language
• Maintain glossaries, style guides, and language standards
• Ensure alignment with brand voice and localization guidelines

Team Leadership & Support

• Mentor and guide junior testers
• Provide linguistic support and feedback to team members
• Assist in onboarding and training new hires

Project Coordination

• Lead small to medium-sized LQA projects when required
• Act as a communication bridge between testers, project managers, and clients
• Support resource planning and workflow improvements

Operational Contribution

• Assist Team Leads and management in process improvements
• Evaluate language tests as part of the recruitment process

Requirements

• Native-level fluency in one of the following languages:
  French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, or Brazilian Portuguese
• Strong command of English (written and spoken)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in LQA testing or localization QA
• Proven experience mentoring or supporting other testers
• Familiarity with bug-tracking tools (JIRA, TestRail, DevTrack)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proactive mindset with leadership qualities

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior LQA Tester
• Background in Localization, Linguistics, Translation, or Game Development
• Experience with localization tools (memoQ, SDL Trados, Xbench)
• Experience in game, software, or app localization
• Familiarity with automation tools for LQA
• Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Translation, Localization, or related field

What We Offer

• Work with some of the world’s leading game developers and publishers
• Clear opportunities for career progression and internal growth
• Ownership and real impact on projects and processes
• Permanent contract
• On-site position at our Madrid studio Alvento Business Park (Vía de los Poblados)
• Multicultural and collaborative team environment
• Early access to upcoming games before global release