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Russian Localization Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

Translator

Sterling, VA · Remote

$44K - $58K/yr

Experience in translation review, localization, or linguistic QA * Familiarity with AI-generated or ... Russian * Spanish * Arabic * Polish * Hindi * Hungarian * Japanese * Swedish * German * Czech

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How much do russian localization jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for russian localization in Washington is $52.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.48 and $57.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Russian Localization job?

A Russian Localization job involves adapting content, such as websites, games, apps, or documents, for Russian-speaking audiences. This includes translation, cultural adaptation, and ensuring linguistic accuracy while maintaining the original message's intent. Localization specialists may also work on user interface elements, SEO, and regional compliance. The goal is to make the content feel natural and engaging for native Russian speakers.

What are some typical challenges faced in Russian Localization roles, and how can I overcome them?

Russian Localization professionals often face challenges such as translating nuanced language or idioms, maintaining consistency across large projects, and ensuring culturally appropriate content. You may also need to work under tight deadlines or coordinate with cross-functional teams—including developers, designers, and marketers—to ensure localized content is accurate and meets project needs. To overcome these challenges, it's important to develop strong time management skills, be proactive in communicating with colleagues, and stay up-to-date with the latest localization technologies and best practices. Regularly reviewing feedback and collaborating closely with native speakers can also help maintain high-quality translations.

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

To thrive in Russian Localization, you need fluency in Russian and another language (typically English), strong translation skills, and cultural knowledge, often backed by a degree in linguistics, translation, or related fields. Familiarity with Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, terminology management systems, and localization platforms is highly beneficial, and certification from organizations like ATA can be a plus. Attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and strong teamwork and communication skills help professionals excel in this area. These abilities ensure translations are accurate, culturally appropriate, and effectively support a company's international goals.

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Top Secret Cleared/Clearable Linguists and Translators/Interpreters

Top Secret Cleared/Clearable Linguists and Translators/Interpreters

JTG, inc.

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide translation that meets high-quality standards.

  • Interpret at individual meetings or in conference-type settings.

  • Apply expertise in technical, political, and military vocabulary.


Job description

Top Secret Cleared/Clearable Linguists and Translators/Interpreters
JTG is currently seeking Linguists and Translators/Interpreters at Primary, Senior, and Expert Level with proficiency in English and one or two other languages:
Arabic, Kurdish - Kurmanji, Kurdish - Sorani, Russian & Ukrainian, Spanish
Location: Reston, VA
  • Possibly with temporary duty (TDY) travel, overseas positions, and war zone assignments. Candidates must state their willingness to travel, including the amount of travel per year. JTG will coordinate with candidates to assign them to a suitable program.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide translation that meets high-quality standards.
  • Interpret at individual meetings or in conference-type settings.
  • Apply expertise in technical, political, and military vocabulary and, preferably, an understanding of dialects and jargon.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be flexible, and work well in a team setting.

Basic Qualifications:
  • U.S. citizenship and willingness to obtain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Proficiency in reading and listening comprehension of the foreign language and English with the ability to translate from English and into English, edit, summarize and gist, and provide quality control
  • Able to pass an English language reading comprehension test
  • Able to pass translation test from a foreign language into English at interagency language roundtable (ILR) level 3 or higher
  • Fundamental knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office suite and Internet tools
  • Subject matter expertise (SME) in religion, science, and technology

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Terminology management
  • Graphics and tables
  • Subject matter expertise (SME) in counter-proliferation, counterterrorism, legal/law, military, narcotics, cybersecurity, economics, geospatial
  • Experience with human language technology (HLT) tools including computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, localization engineering, and translation memory server experience

Education: BA/BS preferred, BA/BS in relevant foreign language preferred
Founded in 1995, JTG is an Employee-Owned Company that is specialized in language services, training, and analytics.

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About JTG

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Reston, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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