Urdu Language Specialist

Job Description

Position: Urdu Language Specialist Job Location: Gurgaon Job Mode: Work From Office Job Type: Permanent/Full-time with Lancesoft Technologies - https://www.lancesoft.com/ Client: Meta - https://www.meta.com/ Experience: 3+ Years Duration: 12 Months Job Responsibilities: Translate, proofread, and adapt Metas content from English to Urdu while maintaining high-quality standards. Perform linguistic and functional testing to ensure a seamless user experience. Develop and update the Urdu style guide and terminology repository. Work closely with localization and product teams to optimize content for Urdu-speaking audiences. Research and stay up to date on Urdu linguistic trends and cultural sensitivities. Provide training and linguistic support to vendor translators. Required Qualifications: Native fluency in Urdu with strong proficiency in English. Minimum 3 years of experience in translation, localization, or related linguistic fields. Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Urdu Literature, Communications, or a relevant field. Strong knowledge of Urdu grammar, writing conventions, and cultural nuances. Experience using translation and localization tools (e.g., SDL Trados, MemoQ, or Smartling) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in tech, social media, or mobile app localization. Familiarity with Urdu script variations across different regions. Experience with content moderation and linguistic quality assurance is beneficial.