Vietnamese Linguist

Welocalize

. Perform copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • VietnamMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translation and localization processes, with a strong focus on managing language materials and ensuring quality standards. Proficient in using CAT tools and capable of training linguists while maintaining effective communication with clients and team members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Translation ExperienceLocalization Process UnderstandingFluency in EnglishNative Fluency in TARGET LanguageCAT Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

TranslationEditingContent WritingReview ExperienceTerminology KnowledgeProject ManagementQuality AssuranceFeedback ProvisionProblem SolvingInstruction Interpretation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Interaction

Tools & Technologies

XTMSDL StudioJIRAWindowsOffice Applications

Industry Keywords

Linguistic StudiesGlossariesStyle GuidesLanguage MaterialsKPI Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform copy-edit tasks on assigned projects or accounts
Perform on-demand translation tasks
Provide lead support on assigned projects or accounts
Manage and maintain language materials, including glossaries, Style Guides, and work instructions, to required quality standards and keep them up to date
Manage project-related queries
Ensure good interaction among team members and resolve terminology and language questions
Test and qualify new freelancers and vendors as required
Develop and train internal linguists and external partners according to account and Welocalize needs
Interact with clients on linguistic matters as required
Participate in developing new and improved working processes
Meet or exceed productivity, on-time delivery, and quality KPIs
Achieve goals set by the team manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Translation/Applied Languages/Linguistic Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience (University degree in other fields plus 2 years of full time experience in translation; OR 5 years of full time professional experience in translating)
Native fluency in TARGET language
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, in a variety of registers
4+ years of experience in translation/localization/editing or content writing
2+ years of review experience
Thorough understanding of the localization process
Good user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications
Good user experience of standard CAT tools, e.g. XTM, SDL Studio and issue tracking and query management tools, e.g. JIRA
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent knowledge of terminology used in two or more subject matters
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Ability to give clear, concise and constructive feedback
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 instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge
Ability, willingness and experience in communicating positively with customers at various levels
Ability to work within a virtual team