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Prospance Inc.

Technical Program Manager

Palo Alto, CA

$152K - $196.80K/yr

... Japanese, Korean, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, or TurkishExpertise in software localization, including translation, review ...

Nintendo

Manager, Localization - English Writing

Redmond, WA · On-site

$117.40K - $211.30K/yr

Manages localization of Nintendo products from the Japanese to the North American and Latin ... Internal software development experience. * Understanding of network systems (including Subversion ...

Nintendo

Manager, Localization - English Writing

Redmond, WA

$127.70K - $130.50K/yr

Manages localization of Nintendo products from the Japanese to the North American and Latin ... Internal software development experience. * Understanding of network systems (including Subversion ...

Centific

Japanese Localization QA Tester

$25/hr

Japanese QA Tester Location : Remote Part-time Requirements * Native-level fluency in Japanese language (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation) * Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Drivemode

Product Operations Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$123K - $157K/yr

Drivemode is the new software and user experience division of Honda that is focused on digital ... Lead the effective product content creation, localization and review processes. * Scale ...

Drivemode

Product Operations Manager

Mountain View, CA · Hybrid

$123K - $157K/yr

Drivemode is the new software and user experience division of Honda that is focused on digital ... Lead the effective product content creation, localization and review processes. * Scale ...

Iyuno

Production Manager

Burbank, CA

$70.30K - $78K/yr

... localization servicesfrom projectinceptionto completion of production & final delivery ... Experience withVoiceQor similar scripting software * Highly skilled with MicrosoftExceland ...

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How much do japanese software localization jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for japanese software localization in the United States is $54.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Japanese Software Localization vs Japanese Translation Specialist?

AspectJapanese Software LocalizationJapanese Translation Specialist
Primary FocusAdapting software, interfaces, and content for Japanese market, including cultural and technical adjustmentsTranslating written content from one language to Japanese, focusing on accuracy and language nuances
Required SkillsTechnical knowledge, software development understanding, cultural awareness, language skillsLanguage proficiency, translation skills, cultural knowledge
Work EnvironmentTech companies, software firms, localization agenciesPublishing houses, translation agencies, media companies

While both roles involve Japanese language skills, Japanese Software Localization focuses on adapting software products for the Japanese market, requiring technical and cultural expertise. In contrast, Japanese Translation Specialists primarily translate written content, emphasizing linguistic accuracy. Both roles are essential in global business but serve different purposes within the localization and translation industry.

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Infographic showing various Japanese Software Localization job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 33% In-person, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,906 per year, or $54.8 per hour.
Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager

Prospance Inc.

Palo Alto, CA

$152K - $196.80K/yr

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Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Location : Palo Alto, CA (Only local candidates required)
What To Expect
Seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead localization initiatives and coordinate global software release activities across our vehicle software platforms. You'll ensure our user interfaces and customer-facing content are seamlessly localized for global markets while supporting the end-to-end release cycle from development through rollout. You'll partner closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality software updates on aggressive timelines, driving both efficiency and excellence in every release. The ideal candidate combines deep localization expertise with strong program management skills, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering exceptional experiences to Tesla customers worldwide.
What You'll Do
Translate & review customer-facing UI strings, mobile app content, and release notes for your target language; coordinate internal and external review processes to maintain & improve translation quality standardsManage end-to-end localization workflows using tools like Smartling, ensuring timely delivery aligned with release schedulesPerform linguistic QA checks on localized content for each release to identify and address bugs or inconsistenciesTrans-create and manage feature names in compliance with legal, branding, and cultural guidelinesCreate & validate JIRA tickets, monitor newly introduced strings, and address source string issues as neededSoftware release coordination from branch creation to sign-off and ship, ensuring localization deliverables are aligned; coordinate sign-off and rollout schedules with engineering teams, providing hands-on troubleshooting for release-blocking issues where necessaryCollaborate with cross-functional groups (Engineering, Website, Owner's Manual) to align language, style, and terminology across productsOversee the creation and upkeep of linguistic assets, including translation memories, glossaries, style guides, and reference materialsDevelop tools and scripts to streamline localization & release workflows; identify opportunties to apply these processes to more products in the organizationProvide support for engineering fleet operations and software release coordination as needed
What You'll Bring
Translation experience and strong language skills in both English & at least one of the following: Arabic, Catalan, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional, Hong Kong), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (British), Finnish, French (France, Canada), German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, or TurkishExpertise in software localization, including translation, review, and linguistic QA processesDemonstrated experience coordinating software releases or development cycles in a technical environmentProficiency with industry-standard tools such as Stash, JIRA, Jenkins, and GitExperience with Python, Regex, and RestAPI is a plusFamiliarity with Linux/Unix environments and related workflowsExceptional organizational, interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to work autonomously and drive solutions in ambiguous problem spacesFlexibility to work unconventional hours, including weekends, when necessaryStrong sense of curiosity, bias for action, and experience using AI tools productively

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