Job Information
iCIMS Sr. Localization Engineer in Rai Durg, Hyderabad, India
Job Overview
The Localization Engineer works, hands-on with our Agile teams to ensure our software-as-a-service (SaaS) Talent Acquisition platform is adapted for various international locales. The Localization Engineer II facilitates the transfer of content between iCIMS and translation vendors. The Localization Engineer will collaborate across multiple Engineering Teams and departments to provide training, enablement, and governance of all localization processes. The Localization Engineer II reports to Manager of Engineering.
About Us
When you join iCIMS, you join the team helping global companies transform business and the world through the power of talent. Our customers do amazing things: design rocket ships, create vaccines, deliver consumer goods globally, overnight, with a smile. As the Talent Cloud company, we empower these organizations to attract, engage, hire, and advance the right talent. We’re passionate about helping companies build a diverse, winning workforce and about building our home team. We're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, purpose-driven, and innovative work environment where everyone belongs.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Senior Localization Engineer with 10 years of total experience , including 2-3 years in localization , to join our dynamic team. This role requires expertise in managing end-to-end localization processes and vendor relationships , and ensuring high-quality localized content delivery. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in localization engineering, experience with CAT tools and Translation Management Systems (TMS) , and a passion for process optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Localization Engineering & Process Management
Manage localization workflows, including file preparation, processing, and post-processing for diverse content types.
Maintain and enhance automation scripts and tools to enhance localization efficiency.
Ensure seamless integration and compatibility with Translation Management Systems (TMS) and other localization platforms.
Collaborate with linguists, translators, and project managers to uphold quality standards.
Troubleshoot file conversions, encoding issues, and other technical localization challenges.
Vendor Query Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor-related queries and technical concerns.
Work closely with vendors, freelancers, and Language Service Providers (LSPs) to facilitate seamless project execution.
Assist vendors in resolving issues related to tool usage, file formats, and technical troubleshooting.
Budget Tracking & Cost Optimization
Monitor localization budgets to ensure projects remain within financial constraints.
Collaborate with the finance team to process vendor invoices and payments efficiently.
Provide cost analysis reports and identify optimization opportunities to enhance cost efficiency.
Implement workflow improvements and vendor negotiations to achieve cost savings.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Work cross-functionally with engineering teams to integrate localization into development cycles.
Maintain localization best practices and create documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Offer technical training and ongoing support to teams and vendors on localization tools and processes.
Ensure compliance with Definition of Done (DoD) localization standards and perform thorough reviews.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Skills
10 years of total experience , with 2-3 years in localization engineering.
Strong knowledge of CAT tools, TMS, and localization automation scripts .
Strong knowledge of software testing .
Experience in training teams and conducting localization DoD reviews .
Proficiency in handling file conversions, encoding challenges, and troubleshooting technical issues .
Strong project management, vendor coordination, and budget-tracking skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones and manage multiple localization projects efficiently.
EEO Statement
iCIMS is a place where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our approach helps us to build a winning team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. So, regardless of how your diversity expresses itself, you can find a home here at iCIMS.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@icims.com.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive health and wellness benefits include medical insurance (employee and dependent family members), personal accident and group term life insurance, bonding and parental leave, lifestyle spending account reimbursements, wellness services offerings, sick and casual/emergency days, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, retirals (PF - employer contribution) and gratuity. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location, role, and tenure. Learn more here: https://careers.icims.com/benefits