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General Motors

Senior Fullstack/Frontend Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$144K - $261K/yr

Collaborate closely with backend, simulation, localization, and perception teams to define robust ... testing, and documentation. * Optimize rendering performance and responsiveness for large-scale map ...

TerraFirma Robotics

Perception Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

... testing. You will work across the perception stack, from integrating and calibrating advanced ... Your work will power critical functions such as collision avoidance, motion planning, localization ...

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How much do localization tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for localization tester in Austin, TX is $47.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.16 and $55.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Localization Tester, you need fluency in the target language(s), solid attention to detail, and a strong understanding of software or game testing principles. Familiarity with test management tools (like JIRA and TestRail), localization platforms, and sometimes CAT tools or translation memory systems is often expected. Excellent communication, adaptability, and cultural awareness are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that localized products are accurate, culturally appropriate, and technically functional for global users.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Localization Tester?

As a Localization Tester, your daily tasks usually include reviewing translated content in software, apps, or games to check for linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and functional issues. You'll execute test cases, log bugs, and verify that language-specific elements like dates, currencies, or UI layouts display correctly. Collaboration with QA engineers, translators, and developers is common to resolve issues and ensure a high-quality user experience. Regular communication and reporting on progress and challenges is also part of the routine. This role requires a methodical approach and a keen eye for spotting subtle errors that could impact the user experience.

What is a Localization Tester job?

A Localization Tester ensures that a product, such as a website, app, or game, is correctly adapted for a specific region or language. They check for linguistic accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and functional consistency. This involves verifying translations, UI layouts, date formats, currency, and overall user experience. Their role helps ensure that localized products feel natural and error-free for local users.

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Linguistic QA Tester | Austin - Texas

Moravia

Austin, TX

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Company Description

RWS Moravia is one of the leading localization service providers in the world. We deliver localization, language quality, technology consulting, testing and content optimization services to help the world's top brands enter global markets with high-quality localized products and content. Our custom solutions combine strategy, technology, people and data to resolve our clients' most difficult globalization challenges.

Job Description

Are you interested in localization, testing, and passionate about new content? If so, this opportunity is for you!

As a Bilingual Localization QA Tester, you will have the opportunity to work in a multicultural environment at our client's office located in Austin, TX.

For this position, we are looking for tech-savvy candidates, with a keen eye for detail, interested in Linguistics or Translation, who can test devices and adapt content to specific cultures.

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On a given day, your work might include:

Reviewing cut-off strings, strings left in English, typos, or garbled text.

Executing QA plans provided by the client to verify the strings in context and file error reports for corrections of linguistic, layout, or functional issues when required.

Testing newly translated content from EN to the target language.

Reviewing unusual inconsistencies.

Qualifications

Candidates must:

Be eligible to work in the US

Have native speaker fluency in the target language: Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Finnish, Korean, Slovak, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Hong Kong), Chinese (Taiwan), Catalan, Danish, German, Greek, Spanish (Mexico), Spanish (Spain), French (Canada), Hebrew, Croatian, Indonesian, Japanese, Malay, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal), Portuguese (Brazil), Romanian or Slovenian.

Be culturally aware of the target language

Be in regular contact with the target language

Be proficient in written and spoken English

Be able to type in the target language on US and/or target language keyboard

Be 18 years or older

Skills and Experience:

Familiar with iOS and macOS products, services and features preferred

Highly organized, with attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to track, analyze, and report bugs

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Flexible with tasks, easily adapt to change in project

Quick learner

It would be great if you have:

Prior translation, editing and proofreading experience

QA experience

Job information:

Hourly, non-exempt position

W2 payroll position

Working hours: 7 hours per day (time frame: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, PST/PDT)

Onsite position in Austin, TX.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your resume or refer someone you know!

Bilingual, Linguistic, Translator, Translation, Interpreter, Editor, Quality Assurance, QA, Localization (L10N), Internationalization (I18N), Globalization, Teacher

Additional Information

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your resume.

Bilingual, Linguistic, Translator, Translation, Interpreter, Editor, Quality Assurance, QA, Localization (L10N), Internationalization (I18N), Globalization, Teacher

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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