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AeroVect Technologies Inc.

You'll work alongside the team's senior localization engineers. You Will * Take ownership of one or more core areas of the localization stack (LiDAR-inertial-GNSS state estimation, 3D mapping and map ...

Amazon

Senior Program Manager, Localization

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$136K - $137K/yr

We're looking for a Sr Localization Program Manager to own and redesign the operational core of our ... partners to Product, Engineering and Marketing, focused on bringing global users a native ...

Amazon

Senior Program Manager, Localization

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$136K - $137K/yr

We're looking for a Sr Localization Program Manager to own and redesign the operational core of our ... partners to Product, Engineering and Marketing, focused on bringing global users a native ...

Duolingo

Senior Localization Program Manager

New York, NY

$126K - $127K/yr

Working closely with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language partners, you will help build the systems that keep localization in lockstep with Duolingo's growth. You will... * Drive ...

Duolingo

Senior Localization Program Manager

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$112K - $113K/yr

Working closely with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language partners, you will help build the systems that keep localization in lockstep with Duolingo's growth. You will... * Drive ...

Meta

Localization Program Manager

Menlo Park, CA · On-site +1

$160K/yr

Meta is seeking a Senior Localization Program Manager to lead the next evolution of localization at ... Build consensus and alignment across broad cross-functional stakeholders (Product, Engineering ...

Meta

Localization Program Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$160K/yr

Meta is seeking a Senior Localization Program Manager to lead the next evolution of localization at ... Build consensus and alignment across broad cross-functional stakeholders (Product, Engineering ...

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Localization Program Manager

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$160K/yr

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Duolingo

Senior Localization Program Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$142K - $193K/yr

Working closely with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language partners, you will help build the systems that keep localization in lockstep with Duolingo's growth. You will... * Drive ...

Meta

Localization Program Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$160K/yr

Meta is seeking a Senior Localization Program Manager to lead the next evolution of localization at ... Build consensus and alignment across broad cross-functional stakeholders (Product, Engineering ...

Duolingo

Senior Localization Program Manager

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$142K - $193K/yr

Working closely with Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and language partners, you will help build the systems that keep localization in lockstep with Duolingo's growth. You will... * Drive ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior localization engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior localization engineer?

Senior Localization Engineers are professionals who specialize in adapting software, websites, or digital content for different languages and regions. They are responsible for managing the technical aspects of localization, such as integrating translation workflows, automating processes, and ensuring compatibility with various languages and scripts. Senior Localization Engineers often collaborate with developers, translators, and project managers to streamline localization projects and solve complex technical challenges. Their expertise helps ensure that products are accessible and user-friendly for global audiences.

What are some common challenges senior localization engineers face when managing multilingual software projects?

Senior Localization Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency across multiple language versions, handling complex file formats, and integrating localization workflows into fast-paced development cycles. They must also ensure that translations are contextually accurate and culturally appropriate, which requires close collaboration with translators, developers, and QA teams. Staying up-to-date with localization technologies and troubleshooting technical issues related to character encoding or automated processes are also key aspects of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior localization engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Localization Engineer, you need expertise in localization processes, programming languages (such as Python or JavaScript), and a solid understanding of globalization standards, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with translation management systems (TMS), CAT tools, version control systems (like Git), and industry certifications such as ATA or localization engineering credentials are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving, cross-cultural communication, and project management skills set top performers apart in this position. These competencies ensure accurate, efficient, and culturally appropriate adaptation of products for global markets, driving business growth and user satisfaction.

What is the difference between Senior Localization Engineer vs Localization Engineer?

AspectSenior Localization EngineerLocalization Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in translation, linguistics, or related field; experience in localization toolsSimilar educational background; less experience required
Work EnvironmentLeading localization projects, mentoring junior staff, coordinating with cross-functional teamsSupporting localization tasks, implementing translation workflows
Employer & IndustryTech companies, gaming, software developmentSame industries, entry to mid-level roles

The main difference is that Senior Localization Engineers typically have more experience, lead projects, and mentor others, while Localization Engineers focus on executing localization tasks. Both roles require similar skills and work in comparable environments, but the senior role involves greater responsibility and leadership.

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Staff Software Engineer, Localization

On-site

AeroVect Technologies Inc.
Aviation • 1 - 10 employees
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Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Who We Are

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join the Localization team and own significant parts of our localization, mapping, and calibration stack as we scale autonomous ground operations across major airports. You'll take deep ownership of specific workstreams, contribute to the team's technical direction, and partner across the perception, planning, and platform interfaces to help drive the autonomous system from supervised operation to driverless. You'll work alongside the team's senior localization engineers.

You Will
  • Take ownership of one or more core areas of the localization stack (LiDAR-inertial-GNSS state estimation, 3D mapping and map maintenance, or sensor calibration) and drive it to production reliability on real hardware at active airports
  • Contribute across the broader localization and mapping pipeline from sensor integration, performance tuning, regression testing, and deployment to new operating environments
  • Help design and build online validation that monitors localization integrity and cross-sensor consistency during live missions, detects drift, and integrates with the vehicle's safety architecture
  • Develop tooling for diagnostics, health logging, and post-mission analysis across the stack
  • Contribute to the regression, validation, and release-gating approach for localization changes deployed to active airports
  • Deploy, test, and iterate using data from real autonomous operations
You Have
  • 8+ years in robotics or autonomous vehicles, with a track record of owning localization or state-estimation systems through production deployment on real hardware
  • Deep practical grounding in multi-sensor fusion and state estimation across LiDAR, IMU, GNSS, and cameras
  • Demonstrated technical leadership - driving architecture across teams, setting direction, and being the person others escalated to on hard estimation problems
  • Strong command of non-linear optimization (Ceres, GTSAM, g2o) and/or filtering (EKF, UKF), with the judgment to know when each applies
  • Strong modern C++ (C++17+) and deep working experience with Linux and ROS/ROS2
  • Understanding of how calibration quality propagates through localization and perception, and how localization errors propagate into the safety case
  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
We Prefer
  • MS or PhD with a focus on localization, state estimation, or calibration
  • Hands‑on experience with multi‑sensor calibration - intrinsic, extrinsic, and temporal
  • Experience with factor graphs, graph‑based SLAM, or open‑source tools like GLIM, LIO‑SAM, Cartographer, Kalibr, Ceres, GTSAM
  • Experience building online/runtime monitoring and defining safety‑relevant thresholds within a safety monitoring architecture
  • Track record of taking an autonomous system toward driverless operation
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