Localization Video Game Tester (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Localization Video Game Tester (Gamedev): Ensuring the quality of video game translations by identifying and reporting linguistic and cultural errors with an accent on spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, and contextual appropriateness. Focus on adapting content to the Dutch language and culture, maintaining high translation quality, and reporting findings to a Lead Tester.

Location: Onsite in Montreal, Canada. Candidates must live in Montreal (Office across from Rosemont metro station).

Company

hirify.global partners with leading game studios and innovative brands to provide end-to-end digital experience services, including design, development, quality assurance, localization, player support, and analytics.

What you will do

• Ensure the quality of video game and related software translations, checking language used in various texts and audio files.
• Enter all spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, and translation errors into the database.
• Suggest appropriate and suitable corrections to provide excellent translation quality.
• Identify any inconsistencies in the story, lack of context, or inappropriate terminology.
• Ensure content is well adapted to the Dutch language, culture, and market.
• Report tasks using an evaluation sheet and/or checklist to your Lead Tester.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of Dutch culture and language.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand texts of varying complexity in English.
• Be available at least three (3) days per week.

Nice to have

• Experience in translation or localization.
• Comfortable using IT tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Google Drive).

Culture & Benefits

• Real career opportunities in the world of video games.
• A multicultural environment.
• Free hot drinks in the office.
• Donuts every Friday.
• Break room with Playstation and table soccer.
• Easy access by public transit.
• Pay parking nearby.