To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Summary
Welocalize is offering an exciting opportunity for those who enjoy a mix of linguistic and technical work. We are seeking a Localization QA Tester / Proofreader with native-level fluency in Swedish and strong technical skills.
In this role, you will test a variety of applications and tools, execute test cases, identify localization issues, and report them through our internal bug-tracking system. You will also verify fixes once implemented.
This is a fully remote, part-time position with a fixed-term contract for one year (with the possibility of extension). The schedule is 20 hours per week, with shifts of 4 hours per day (to be determined).
Key Responsibilities
- Test web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS
- Execute test cases and scripts to ensure localization accuracy
- Identify, report, and track localization bugs using an internal bug tracking system
- Verify fixes and ensure linguistic and functional quality
- Prioritize linguistic issues, distinguishing between critical and non-critical errors
- Clearly document and communicate issue reproduction steps
- Collaborate with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- Native-level fluency in SWEDISH (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation)
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Experience in translation, localization, or linguistic QA
- Strong technical skills and ability to troubleshoot issues
- Familiarity with bug-tracking systems and test case execution
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic setting
- Must be legally based in the country listed in the job posting