Oversee the translation, editing, and proofreading of English video game content from Simplified Chinese into English
Act as linguistic quality owner for assigned projects and IPs
Ensure consistency with established style guides, glossaries, and terminology
Perform linguistic QA (LQA), including bug identification, classification, and follow-up
Provide clear, constructive linguistic feedback to translators and vendors
Support and guide external linguists, acting as a point of reference for quality and tone
Collaborate closely with Project Managers, QA, Audio, and Production teams
Contribute to the creation, maintenance, and improvement of linguistic assets
Represent linguistic quality in communication with client stakeholders

Native-level English speaker
Strong proficiency in Simplified Chinese (Zh-CN) (written and spoken)
Proven experience in video game localization, ideally in a senior linguistic or language specialist role
Strong understanding of LQA workflows, bug severity, and quality standards
Experience working with CAT tools (e.g. memoQ, Trados)
Familiarity with Diablo, World of Warcraft, Hearthstone, and Overwatch projects from Blizzard® Entertainment
Experience with audio localization or subtitle review
Experience working on AAA or live-service games
Familiarity with bug-tracking tools such as JIRA
Excellent attention to detail and a high bar for linguistic quality
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating in an international team
Comfortable working in APAC time zones
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Genuine passion for video games

Feel free to work remotely up to 90 days per year – from wherever you like.
We support a harmonious work-life balance.
Additional leave entitlements that continue to grow each year after your first year with us.
Regular feedback is a key part of our culture.
Performance-related bonus.
Subsidy for the BVG public transport ticket for Berlin-based team members.
Access to a beautiful office garden during warm seasons.
Snacks or a variety of drinks available in the kitchen.
Gaming room with darts and consoles.
Pets welcome in the office!

Senior Language Specialist, Simplified Chinese – English US, Video Game Localization

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