Burbank, CA · On-site
$90 - $150/hr
... Japanese considered a significant asset * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills * Prior direct management ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$90 - $150/hr
... Japanese considered a significant asset * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills * Prior direct management ...
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$30/hr
Our translators are specialists in the Japanese language and work closely with a team of fellow ... Create preparation materials for localization, such as terms list, character descriptions ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$30/hr
Our translators are specialists in the Japanese language and work closely with a team of fellow ... Create preparation materials for localization, such as terms list, character descriptions ...
Irvine, CA · Hybrid
$30/hr
Our translators are specialists in the Japanese language and work closely with a team of fellow ... Create preparation materials for localization, such as terms list, character descriptions ...
Irvine, CA · Hybrid
$30/hr
Our translators are specialists in the Japanese language and work closely with a team of fellow ... Create preparation materials for localization, such as terms list, character descriptions ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$81K - $142K/yr
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$81K - $142K/yr
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$81K - $142K/yr
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$81K - $142K/yr
Native French, German, Chinese or Japanese preferred * Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation * Track record of building localization programs ...
... Japanese preferred - Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation - Track record of building localization programs from scratch or through ...
... Japanese preferred - Experience designing and implementing scalable localization processes and technical automation - Track record of building localization programs from scratch or through ...
... Japanese considered a significant asset. * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries, and exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Prior direct ...
... Japanese considered a significant asset. * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries, and exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Prior direct ...
... Japanese considered a significant asset. * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries, and exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Prior direct ...
... Japanese considered a significant asset. * Experience in localization, technology, or related industries, and exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Prior direct ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85K - $103K/yr
Hybrid Work Model #LI-hybrid Job Summary: (Bilingual Japanese Skills Required) Producers coordinate ... Localization, Marketing, QA, game development, 1st party, consumer research and more, to the ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85K - $103K/yr
Hybrid Work Model #LI-hybrid Job Summary: (Bilingual Japanese Skills Required) Producers coordinate ... Localization, Marketing, QA, game development, 1st party, consumer research and more, to the ...
Hybrid Work Model #LI-hybrid Job Summary: (Bilingual Japanese Skills Required) Producers coordinate ... Localization, Marketing, QA, game development, 1st party, consumer research and more, to the ...
Hybrid Work Model #LI-hybrid Job Summary: (Bilingual Japanese Skills Required) Producers coordinate ... Localization, Marketing, QA, game development, 1st party, consumer research and more, to the ...
Japanese Language Consultant job at Mercor. San Francisco, CA. Mercor is seeking a Japanese ... Experience in linguistics translation localization or cultural consulting preferred. Commitment * 5 ...
Japanese Language Consultant job at Mercor. San Francisco, CA. Mercor is seeking a Japanese ... Experience in linguistics translation localization or cultural consulting preferred. Commitment * 5 ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85 - $110/hr
Coordinate communications, prepare and distribute documentation, facilitate localization activities ... Near‑native English proficiency and business‑level Japanese proficiency required; additional ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$85 - $110/hr
Coordinate communications, prepare and distribute documentation, facilitate localization activities ... Near‑native English proficiency and business‑level Japanese proficiency required; additional ...
West Hollywood, CA · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
West Hollywood, CA · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
... Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). - Ensuring natural and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
... Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). - Ensuring natural and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
English-Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... Translation and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). Ensuring natural ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
... Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). - Ensuring natural and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$43K - $54K/yr
... Japanese/Japanese-English interpretation for client meetings and business negotiations ... and localization of internal documents (e.g., Notion, shared docs). - Ensuring natural and ...
$21.59 - $26.48
4% of jobs
$26.48 - $31.38
8% of jobs
$31.38 - $36.28
3% of jobs
$38.42 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$36.28 - $41.17
21% of jobs
The median wage is $44.23 / hr.
$41.17 - $46.07
21% of jobs
$49.38 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$46.07 - $50.96
25% of jobs
$50.96 - $55.86
13% of jobs
$55.86 - $60.75
2% of jobs
$60.75 - $65.65
1% of jobs
$65.65 - $70.55
1% of jobs
$70.55 - $75.44
0% of jobs
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A Japanese Localization job involves adapting content, such as websites, software, games, or marketing materials, for a Japanese-speaking audience. This process goes beyond direct translation—it includes cultural adjustments, formatting changes, and ensuring the content resonates with local norms and expectations. Professionals in this field, such as translators, editors, and localization specialists, work to maintain authenticity while preserving the original message. Strong language skills in both Japanese and the source language, along with cultural awareness, are essential for success in this role.
As a Japanese Localization specialist, your daily responsibilities might include translating and adapting content such as websites, software, marketing materials, or documentation to fit Japanese cultural and linguistic standards. You may review translations from external vendors, troubleshoot localization issues, maintain glossaries and style guides, and collaborate with product managers, engineers, and designers. Working across global teams often requires managing deadlines in multiple time zones and participating in meetings to align on project requirements. This combination of tasks ensures the end product feels authentic and user-friendly for Japanese audiences.
To thrive in Japanese Localization, you need fluency in both Japanese and English, a deep understanding of cultural nuances, and experience in translation or localization processes. Familiarity with CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools, localization management systems, and industry certifications such as JLPT or ATA can be highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective cross-functional communication distinguish top performers. These skills ensure accurate, culturally appropriate translations that resonate with target audiences and support seamless project delivery.
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$90 - $150/hr
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Demonstrates expertise in localization tools and workflows, with a strong focus on optimizing Large Language Model (LLM) prompts and driving process improvements. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and leveraging multilingual skills to enhance global collaboration.
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