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General Motors

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Austin, TX · On-site

$144K - $261K/yr

From visualizing map data and pipeline health to enabling map QA and debugging workflows, your work ... Collaborate closely with backend, simulation, localization, and perception teams to define robust ...

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How much do localization qa jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for localization qa in Austin, TX is $45.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.81 and $50.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Localization QA job?

A Localization QA (Quality Assurance) job involves testing translated software, websites, apps, or content to ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and functional consistency. Localization QA testers check for translation errors, UI issues, formatting problems, and functionality defects that may arise due to language differences. Their goal is to ensure that the localized product provides a seamless user experience in the target language and region.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Localization Qa position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Localization QA, you need in-depth knowledge of language localization, attention to detail, and proficiency in at least one foreign language, typically backed by a degree in linguistics, translation, or a related field. Familiarity with QA tools, bug tracking systems like Jira, and CAT tools such as SDL Trados is often required. Strong communication, cultural awareness, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and address nuanced language issues. These abilities ensure accurate, culturally-appropriate, and high-quality localized products that meet user expectations worldwide.

What are some common challenges faced by Localization QA professionals?

Localization QA professionals often encounter challenges such as identifying subtle linguistic errors, ensuring cultural appropriateness, and catching formatting issues that may arise from translated content. They must also navigate tight project deadlines and coordinate with global teams across multiple time zones. Staying up to date with evolving localization standards and managing a diverse range of languages or platforms can be demanding. However, these challenges make the role both dynamic and rewarding, offering opportunities to develop specialized expertise and make a tangible impact on global user experiences.

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Linguistic QA Tester / Proofreader Onsite HEIL

Linguistic QA Tester / Proofreader Onsite HEIL

Welocalize, Inc.

Austin, TX

$28 - $35/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Welocalize rating

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Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job Responsibilities:

Job Title Linguistic QA Tester
DepartmentStaffing/Quality Management
Reports ToVendor Project Manager
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
As a Linguistic QA Tester, you will primarily be proofreading and editing content already localized to your native language, making sure you catch any errors in the content, such as: grammar, typos, syntax, punctuation, capitalization, political incorrectness, inconsistencies, and extra spaces between words or characters. You will sometimes be translating content from English to your native language. You will also be checking UIs for functional issues.

Job DescriptionWelocalize is seeking QA Tester/Proofreader in Hebrew. You will be using devices to test a wide range of internally and externally facing applications and tools.We are looking for a candidate with a background in: Marketing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Writing and/or Localization.The tester will be conduct test cases, identify localization bugs, report them via an internal bug tracking system as well as verify the fixes once implemented.

Job requirements:

Austin, TX (100% onsite, no remote work)

W-2 (eligible forbenefitsbased onhours worked)
Monday-Friday (set hours)

You must have a valid visa to work in the USA

  • Native-level fluency in their respective language (grammar, vocabulary, composition, punctuation)
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken)
  • Experience working in translation
  • Tech savvy, with experience testing web-based systems and applications on Mac OS X and iOS
  • Ability to prioritize linguistic issues and distinguish between a true must-fix and a nice-to-have
  • Experience working with test cases and test scripts
  • Experience with bug tracking systems
  • Ability to clearly articulate reproduction steps for a given issue and communicate critical information
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work with very diverse teams
  • Flexibility to work during non-business hours, weekends, and national/federal holidays
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong team ethic

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Languages needed:

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$28/h - Austin
$35/h - Cupertino

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