German Localization QA Tester / Proofreader in Austin, TX

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Job Description:

Welocalize is offering a unique opportunity for those who enjoy a combination of linguistic and technical work. We are seeking German Localization QA Testers / Proofreaders for a project in Austin, Texas. We need your native-level fluency skills combined with strong technical skills. If you are looking for a long-term (no end date) role this is a great opportunity for you! 

The tester will conduct test cases, identify localization bugs, report them via an internal bug-tracking system as well as verify the fixes once implemented.
The perfect candidate will possess strong linguistic skills.

Job requirements:
On-Site in Austin, TX
W-2 (eligible for benefits based on hours worked)
Monday-Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm -> with one hour of lunch in between -> 35 hours per week)
You must have a valid visa to work in the USA

Preferred backgrounds: Marketing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Translation and/or Localization


Benefits:
▪️ Accident, CriticalIllness, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
▪️ Telemedicine Benefit
▪️ Paid Sick Time
▪️ Paid Holiday: 2 days
▪️ Employee Assistance Program
▪️ Mileage Reimbursement


Following eligibility requirements:
▪️ Medical Insurance
▪️ Dental Insurance
▪️ Vision Insurance
▪️ FSA and HSA
▪️ Voluntary Life Insurance
▪️ 401(k) Retirement Plan
 
Welocalize carefully considers a wide range of compensation variables including geographic location, job scope, and complexity, skill level, experience, or industry-specific knowledge. 

Hourly flat rate: $28

Requirements

  • Native-level fluency in their respective language (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation)
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken)
  • Experience working in translation
  • Tech savvy, with experience testing web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS
  • Ability to prioritize linguistic issues and distinguish between a true must-fix and a nice-to-have
  • Experience working with test cases and test scripts
  • Experience with bug tracking systems
  • Ability to clearly articulate reproduction steps for a given issue and communicate critical information
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work with very diverse teams
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong team ethic 
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