Translation - Localization Specialist

Who is Blueprint?

We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun.

What does Blueprint do?

Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.

Why Blueprint?

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is seeking a Translation - Localization Specialist in Bellevue, WA. 40 hours/week. Remote Working / Telecommuting position. Can work from anywhere within the United States

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality translations for a wide variety of content-types that is ideally suited for the target locale(s), specifically for Blueprint Technologies clientele within the gaming industry.


• Reviews translated content for linguistic quality, accuracy, and consistency from originating language to desired target language.


• Collaborate with all internal and external partners, including the Simplified Chinese Language Team, Production Artists, Localization Engineers, and Blueprint Localization as a whole, to successfully deliver assigned translation/localization projects to completion.


• Maintain awareness of developments within the target language and locale, including updates to language rules and pertinent jargon, cultural and linguistic nuances.


• Develop and/or maintain awareness of trends in relevant industries, including localization, translation, and gaming.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent, often competing priorities, while maintaining high quality standards and deliverables.


• Remote work benefits available.


• Employee can work anywhere in the U.S

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or foreign equivalent in Localization, English, Linguistics or a related field. 2 years of experience in the job offered or in the role of a Localization Specialist, Translator, or a related role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Native proficiency in Simplified Chinese in reading, writing, and speaking with understanding of cultural nuances.


• 2 years of experience in written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational and relationship building skills.


• 2 years of experience interacting with and driving collaboration and engagement with multiple internal and external stakeholders.


• 2 years of experience managing multiple translation/localization projects.


• Subject to passing standard live translation test at the pre-hire stage.

Salary Range

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic-based ranges for Washington state: $62,000 to $75,000 USD annually. The final salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may fall outside this range.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: [email protected]

Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Flexible Spending Account


• 401k program


• Competitive PTO offerings


• Parental Leave


• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Location: Hybrid arrangement with 2 days in the office per week/Remote