Korean Linguist - English to Korean
Core
Managing translation, copy-editing, and quality assurance for English-to-Korean localization projects, coordinating with freelancers and agencies to ensure high-quality linguistic deliverables.
Role type
Senior Lead Linguist (English to Korean)
Builds
Multilingual content and localized software interfaces for global enterprises
Domain
Localization / Translation Services
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Native Korean fluency, English fluency, 8+ years translation/localization experience, 5+ years review experience, glossary and style guide management, CAT tool proficiency (XTM, SDL Studio), JIRA, vendor management, training and mentoring
Preferred skills
Subject matter expertise, process improvement, KPI-driven productivity
Technologies
XTM, SDL Studio, JIRA, Windows, Office
Responsibilities
Perform copy-edit and on-demand translation tasks, manage language resources (glossaries, style guides), coordinate with freelancers and agencies, train internal linguists and external vendors, resolve terminology queries, interact with clients on linguistic matters, meet productivity and quality KPIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities