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Job Responsibilities:

Job Title Translator
Department Language Group
Reports To Translation Lead

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Translator is a key position at Welocalize because of the fact that we, a localization company whose core business is software localization and technical translation, are "translating" IT products by a real meaning. About 40% of Welocalize staff hold this position and their performance decides the health of the company.

Translator is also a position that brings up talents for other roles in the company, not only for language related jobs but also for management and business.

MAIN DUTIES

The following is a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities and areas of ownership of a Translator:

Translate content from a language into another with original meaning conveyed in a manner that is readable and understandable to target audience. Unless for localization purpose, translators shall not alter, add, or omit the meaning or true purpose of content.
Meet requirements for matching the purpose when translating, regardless the requirements are internal or external, expressed or implicated ones. Especially, ensure the expressed customer requirements are followed exactly or handled properly. The requirements may be related to style, terminology, correctness, accuracy, fluency, readability, timeliness, availability, etc. whatever it is applicable.
Take supportive tasks that are necessary to translation process. The example of such tasks includes maintaining glossary, coordinating with other translators, preparing evaluation reports, receiving and giving training, etc.
Achieve excellence in technical translation by making continual improvements in capability and productivity.

Performance Measures

Daily productivity
On time delivery
Quality scores

Overall Performance

Translator's overall performance, including but not limited to one's attitude toward work, sense of responsibility, communication skills, team work spirit and attendance, will be appraised by Team Lead. Translators need to clearly and consistently meet expected performance results.

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience
Fluent in host language, both written and spoken, fluent in respective translated language, both written and spoken

Experience & Relevant Skills

Native-level in Gaelic (Ireland) and English
Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications. Experience with CAT tools.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Fast learner, motivated, versatile
If home based, ability to work with a remote team

Additional Job Details:

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages or equivalent combination of education and experience
Fluent in host language, both written and spoken, fluent in respective translated language, both written and spoken

Experience & Relevant Skills

Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, linguists
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Fast learner, motivated, Versatile
If home based, ability to work with a remote team
IT Knowledge

Irish Translator

Job Description