Localization Quality Assurance Analyst
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005 2K Games is a global video game company publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2Ks portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Visual Concepts Firaxis Hangar 13 CatDaddy Cloud Chamber 31st Union HB Studios and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in todays most popular gaming genres including sports shooters action role-playing strategy casual and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers marketers artists writers data scientists producers thinkers and doers are the professional publishing stewards of 2Ks portfolio currently includes several AAA sports and entertainment brands including global powerhouse NBA 2K renowned BioShock Borderlands Mafia Sid Meiers Civilization and XCOM brands; popular WWE 2K and WWE SuperCard franchises TopSpin 2K25 as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR 2K
At 2K we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions even if they dont meet every requirement for the role. If youre interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K we encourage you to apply!
As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform their essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.
What You Will Do
- Execute test passes on localized builds to verify linguistic functional and visual accuracy
- Identify and log localization bugsranging from translation issues to UI problemsusing detailed reproducible steps
- Ensure consistency in spelling grammar terminology tone variable usage and cultural appropriateness
- Edit or propose fixes to objective linguistic issues directly in text management systems (where applicable)
- Support glossary and style guide validation as part of broader quality review cycles
- Follow documented test plans and contribute to test case creation and improvement
- Assist in evaluating localization quality against first-party standards platform-holder terminology and branding requirements
- Review localization tickets or player reports helping reproduce and escalate verified issues
- Participate in LQA team standups bug triage and milestone QA reviews
- Stay current on key project terminology and serve as a resource for your native language Japanese
Requirements
- Native fluency in your supported language Japanese
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- 02 years of experience in LQA functional QA translation or related academic work
- Familiarity with QA and localization workflows including bug logging and test execution
- Knowledge of JIRA bug tracking platforms or text management systems
- Comfort with Microsoft Office Google Workspace and version control platforms
- Proactive detail-oriented and organized with a collaborative mindset
- Ability to work under deadlines follow instructions and ask questions when needed
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required
Bonus Points
- Exposure to localization or CAT tools (e.g. Trados MemoQ XLOC)
- Experience with game consoles mobile platforms or game development terminology
- Familiarity with first-party certification standards (Sony Nintendo Microsoft)
- Experience editing dubbing scripts or reviewing voiceover in your native language Japanese
- Passion for video games and cross-cultural storytelling
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing only use accounts.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Test Cases
- SQL
- Quality Assurance
- Agile
- TFS
- Jira
- Software Testing
- Test Automation
- Cucumber
- QA/QC
- SDLC
- Selenium
About Company
2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment.
