Japanese Translator

Job Description

In this role, you ll work closely with our Central Translation team on various projects requiring Japanese Translations. Key Responsibilities: Accurate Translation: Translate content from English to Japanese and vice versa, ensuring accuracy and fluency. Localization: Adapt content to cultural nuances and regional preferences for effective communication with Japanese audiences. Proofreading and Editing: Review translated content for grammar, style, and consistency. Project Management: Manage translation projects efficiently, meeting deadlines and maintaining high quality standards. Is this someone that looks like you Relevant Experience: We prefer candidates with: 1-2 years of experience in Japanese translations. Japanese Language proficiency level J1/J2 with understanding of Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji scripts. Experience in a SaaS organization or fast paced startup (a plus). Experience in an IB-School (instructor, coordinator, or administration) (a plus). Time Commitment: 30-40 hours per week for the next 3 months (potential extension based on performance). Strong Communication Skills: Business writing and critiquing copy are essential. Tech Savvy: Familiarity with translation technology tools is a plus. Attention to Detail: High-quality work is essential, as your translations will be seen by many. Culture Fit: We value coachability, curiosity, ownership, hustle, and humility. Location: 100% Remote Excited about the role Flexibility at work Work from anywhere - home, co-working space, cafe or even the hills Block no-meeting hours to enable uninterrupted focused work Exposure to diverse learning opportunities Work across different projects teams to develop skills outside of your core expertise Access to a small budget towards learning (e.g. books, online courses, substacks) Industry best leave policy We trust you fully on your commitment to our mission and your judgement on planning your time and taking leaves: No cap on the number of sick or casual leaves Special paid leaves for childbirth, wedding etc. No bell curve performance evaluations We put in a lot of work to hire the best, and therefore we don t expect anyone to deliver less than the best! And yes, a super fun and diverse group of folks to collaborate and grow with