Japanese Translator (GameDev)

TL;DR

Japanese Translator (GameDev): Assisting in translating project-related documents, communication, and in-game texts for the Japanese market with an accent on localizing products and workflows. Focus on performing LQA, bug reporting, and making improvement suggestions for Japanese localization.

Location: Remote, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Company

hirify.global is a creative development studio specializing in full video game development, game publishing, interactive digital assets, and metaverse creation.

What you will do

• Translate, proofread, and edit in-game content from English to Japanese.
• Implement translated text into games and perform Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA).
• Translate and localize marketing content (e.g., commercial videos, social media).
• Translate internal project documents.
• Interpret (EN <> JA) weekly online meetings with Japanese clients.

Requirements

• JLPT N1 or Native Japanese level required.
• Business or above level in English (TOEIC 800+ preferred).
• 3+ years of experience as an English <> Japanese translator and/or proof-reader.

Nice to have

• Work experience in game development or operation, especially LQA.
• 2+ years experience as EN<>JA translator/interpreter in video game or entertainment.
• In-depth knowledge of LQA software and tools.
• UI/UX localization knowledge.
• Experience with CAT tools (Trados, MemoQ, Memsource).
• Work experience in Japan or Japanese companies.
• Fluency in other languages (writing and reading).

Culture & Benefits

• Join a freelance talent network for future collaboration opportunities.
• Work with a creative development studio specializing in video game development.
• Be part of a team that works fast under pressure with a productive attitude.
• Focus on creativity, innovation, and excellence.