What to Expect
We are looking for a talented, passionate Localization Specialist to support the growing Energy organization based in the Bay Area. The Tesla Localization team manages 50 locales, across 40 markets, covering 30+ languages and counting. To ensure high-quality translations across our vast library of technical documentation, videos, and content mediums, we need an experienced Localization Specialist to work effectively with our technical writers, video producers, product managers, developers, local reviewers, and third-party language services providers to create a seamless and positive user experience for stakeholders across the end-to-end content life cycle. 
What You’ll Do
Coordinate the production (translation, review, quality assurance, and implementation) of translations for technical documents, videos, and other content mediums (e.g. technical communications, content platforms, eLearnings)
Identify and resolve linguistic and market-specific issues before launch
Respond to translators’ inquiries and provide instructions and visual context as needed
Work with external localization vendors to manage translation schedules and quality
Develop and maintain key business partnerships with cross-functional teams (local markets, Technical Publications, Video Production, Firmware, Legal, etc.) and regularly communicate with them to align and calibrate language, style, terminology, and process
Create and maintain linguistic assets (translation memories, glossaries, style guides, reference material)
Support in continuously improving the localization process and provide necessary training to internal and external key stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Translation Studies, Linguistics, Communications or equivalent experience 
5+ years of experience in web and/or software localization 
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously 
Strong detail orientation despite timeline/scheduling challenges 
Experience working with Smartling, Worldserver, RWS Evolve is a plus 
Comfortable working in a fast paced, highly collaborative, dynamic work environment 
Fluent spoken and written language skills in one of APAC languages is a plus

HAYWARD, California

Full time