Software Japanese Localization Engineer
そふとうぇあにほんごかぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role that translates and optimizes software products' user interfaces and documents into Japanese, handling localization.
Description
Software Japanese Localization Engineers translate UI strings, help documents, menus, error messages, etc., into Japanese and adjust them to culturally and technically appropriate forms. They use CAT tools and translation memory to maintain consistency, collaborate with development teams and QA to prevent layout issues due to character encoding or text expansion, manage terminology databases, establish style guides, merge resource files, and conduct localization testing.
Future Outlook
With the progress of globalization, demand remains stable. The key to the future is differentiation and utilization of AI-assisted translation and automatic translation tools.
Personality Traits
Attention to detail / Cultural understanding / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Localization Specialist → Senior Localization Engineer → Localization Manager → Global Project Manager
Required Skills
CAT Tool Operation / Character Encoding Knowledge / Software Development Processes / Translation Memory and Terminology Management
Recommended Skills
Programming (Python, Shell, etc.) / Translation / UI/UX / Version Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because translation errors or garbled characters can lead to product failures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Few opportunities to create new expressions as it requires faithfully conveying the original meaning. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical analysis is not the main task. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- JTF Translation Skills Test
Aliases
- L10N Engineer
- Software Localization Engineer
- Software Localization Specialist
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