Google: Localization Coordinator (Temporary) - Mountain View

Localization Coordinator (Temporary) - Mountain View

This is a temporary role offered through WorkforceLogic.

This Localization Coordinator will oversee Google’s translation and localization efforts for a variety of languages and products. Responsibilities will include meeting product localization needs across multiple divisions and product lines.

Responsibilities:Coordinate translation through internal and external resources.
Work with engineers and product managers to deliver Google’s international site content and products on time and with high linguistic quality.
Develop and maintain terminology glossaries and language style guides.
Recruit translators and manage relationships with them.
Create and execute creative solutions to achieve goals.

Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or foreign language equivalent in English, translation and/or a relevant technical field.
1+ years project management experience working in Localization industry preferred.
Creative approach to achieving goals in a timely manner and with high quality.
Individual initiative and follow through.
Track record of managing multiple projects involving outside resources and meeting deadlines.
Superb ability to speak/write/communicate in English.
Proficiency in foreign language(s) is a big plus. Preference for Spanish or Mandarin Chinese.
Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside the department.
Must be able to take responsibility for completion of a project with multiple parts and work collegially with other staffers to ensure projects meet deadlines.
Knowledge of online services and the Internet is essential.
Knowledge of HTML and translation memory tools is a definite plus.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
For immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to temporaryjobs@google.com . Important: The subject field of your email must include Localization Coordinator (Temporary) - Mountain View.

About Google:
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program, which is the largest and fastest growing in the industry, provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.google.com.

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