Technical Localization Engineer

Czech Republic/Poland
About the role: 

We are looking for a key member of the Technical Services team – for a Technical Localization Engineer. Your primary responsibility will be to evaluate project materials and instructions, assess the most efficient and cost-effective engineering workflows to be used, and implement these workflows. 

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and analyze Engineering task requirements and suggest the best resources to accommodate task time and budget. 

• Provide proactive technical input to promote the application of best practices, efficiency, and quality risk reduction measures. 

• Evaluate, analyze and prepare project engineering budget. 

• Coordinate the localization process: distribute tasks to our external translators and to your colleagues, collect final outputs, and solve problems 

• Generate status updates and communicate status to others during the course of the project. Inform vendors of changes to project scope, timeline or other requirements. 

• Prepare files for translation utilizing appropriate CAT tools. 

• Prioritize personal and vendor workload and communicate over or under scheduling to Technical Services Manager, project managers, and engineering team. 

• Troubleshoot and resolve in-process project-related issues. 

• Collaborate with Production, Development, and IT teams to create and implement cost savings, risk reduction, and efficiency-based solutions. 

• Collaborate with Sales on RFPs, onboarding, troubleshooting, and research of proposed tools. 

• Perform root cause analysis and suggest, coordinate, record, and implement process improvements. 

• Monitor localization trends and suggest, create, develop, and implement process changes as appropriate and approved by management. 

Requirements:

• Very good coordinational and organizational skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 

• Ability to improvise and solve problems 

• Ability to prioritize and coordinate competing work demands  

• Good knowledge of HTML / XML formats

• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, CRM, CAT Tools, Office 365/Skype). 

• Basics to intermediate scripting (Windows Scripting Host (js, vbs), Perl, Phyton, RegEx) is a plus 

• Very good verbal and written English proficiency 

• Attention to detail, because just a single mistake can change the outcome of our work 

• Team spirit—you will be part of a team that helps each other 

• Experience or interest in multimedia and e-learning  is a big plus 

• Previous relevant work experience and knowledge of localization are a big advantage 

Perks of working with us: 

• An exciting company and really interesting projects and content —we work with some of the most innovative brands in the world, and our employees are true professionals with unique skills

• A great team of people who are fair, open-minded, and friendly—and always ready to support you as much as possible – including your future manager

• Chance to put your ideas into practice and engage with hundreds of employees globally. Our company has an environment where you can approach people as well as our management directly and see the real impact of your work – your tasks will be demanding but we will make sure your voice and opinions are heard. We will need you and your activities to have a real impact

• International, English-speaking environment and pleasant offices in the center of Brno

• Interesting challenges, training, and other internal opportunities to support your growth

• Fair compensation, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package (flexible working hours, 5 weeks of vacation, 2 sick days, work from home, meal vouchers, cafeteria plan)

Life at RWS:
We work hard together to deliver for our customers; our expertise, professionalism and determination to never let others down drives  us to be passionate and serious about what we do, deliver customer value, yet always adding a human touch  
As a company focused on connecting people through language, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our company culture. RWS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed in ensuring that all employees work in an environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination and one that actively promotes teamwork, diversity and trust. All employees have a right to be treated with respect and dignity. RWS operate in a manner for the inclusion of all - any form of discrimination is expressly prohibited. Employees are selected and promoted on merit alone and no other factors whether race, gender, age, religion, marital status, gender identity or disability are taken into consideration. 
We are proud to work in a company where all can succeed and grow their career and while RWS operates in accordance with all local employment laws, if local law enables any form of discrimination this is against RWS company policy and we will adhere to the highest standard.   

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