Localization Language Lead (German)

TL;DR

Localization Language Lead (German): Owning the linguistic direction and execution strategy for all German content across hirify.global’s game portfolio with an accent on cultural authenticity, tone consistency, and high-quality localization standards. Focus on managing complex localization projects, directing voiceover production, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure world-class player experiences.

Location: Onsite in Madrid, Spain

Company

hirify.global is a leading global video game publisher known for iconic franchises such as NBA hirify.global, BioShock, Borderlands, and Sid Meier’s Civilization.

What you will do

• Own the localization strategy, quality bar, and final sign-off for all German game content.
• Review and edit in-game text, UI, scripts, and voiceover for tone, clarity, and cultural relevance.
• Develop and enforce glossaries, style guides, and cultural content policies for the German market.
• Lead voiceover casting, script review, and creative direction during dubbing sessions.
• Serve as the primary linguistic escalation point for German-related bugs and quality challenges.
• Collaborate with developers, producers, and marketing teams to guide language decisions and ensure brand alignment.

Requirements

• Professional localization experience in games, tech, or entertainment.
• Native fluency in German with mastery of tone, grammar, and regional nuance.
• Advanced English fluency (C1+) for cross-functional communication.
• Proven ability to work independently on complex language projects.
• Strong knowledge of platform-holder guidelines and brand alignment principles.
• Familiarity with localization tools such as CAT tools, translation memory systems, and JIRA.

Nice to have

• Experience with VO scripting, dubbing production, and linguistic performance direction.
• Bachelor's degree in translation, linguistics, media, or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the German-language experience for world-class gaming franchises.
• Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace environment.
• Participation in the Global Loc 2.0 evolution to modernize localization practices.
• Access to professional development and collaboration with influential game studios.