Language Lead (English to Simplified Chinese)

Position Overview

• Language Pair: English to Chinese (Simplified)
• Domain: IT and Software, UI/UX Localization
• Role: Language Lead
• Employment type: Freelance / Independent Contractor Partnership
• Location Restrictions: Must be based outside of China

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and maintain rigorous quality standards for all English to Chinese (Simplified) localization streams with a focus on user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) content. Audit deliverables and manage the linguistic feedback loop.
• Author, update, and manage localized style guides, comprehensive IT glossaries, and Translation Memories (TMs) to enforce domain-specific consistency.
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate a remote team of freelance translators, editors, and LQA testers. Provide actionable linguistic feedback, onboarding training, and query resolution.
• Partner closely with global Project Managers, Engineering teams, and client stakeholders to optimize localization workflows, mitigate risks, and troubleshoot complex technical or linguistic challenges.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on resource performance, linguistic quality metrics, and project delivery timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in UI/UX localization, software translation, or technical IT content., with at least 2+ years acting in a Language Lead, Reviewer, or LQA Specialist capacity.
• Native fluency in Chinese (Simplified) with an impeccable, professional command of source English. A deep sensitivity to local tech terminology vs. regional variants is mandatory.
• Must be currently living and working outside of China with an established, reliable remote setup.
• Deep proficiency in advanced translation management systems and CAT tools (e.g., Trados Studio, Phrase, memoQ) alongside automated Quality Assurance tools (e.g., Xbench).
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage concurrent pipelines and tight release schedules.

Benefits

• Flexible Remote Work: Work from anywhere, managing your own hours around project deadlines.
• Long-Term Collaboration Opportunities: We aim to build lasting partnerships with our freelance linguists; successful candidates will become part of our preferred talent pool for ongoing, periodic project assignments.
• Cutting-Edge Tech: Gain experience working with advanced localization workflows, AI-driven translation tools, and global brand content.
• Elite Projects: Build your portfolio by working on software utilized by millions of global users daily.