Localization Specialist | French

at  DeepL

DeepL, Europe’s leading AI company since 2017, is dedicated to breaking down language barriers and bringing cultures closer together. Our expertise in AI and neural networks has enabled us to create cutting-edge communication technologies for businesses, including the acclaimed DeepL Translator which offers 30+ languages, and DeepL Write, our AI writing companion. Our core offering includes a suite of products and tools made for businesses to communicate more effectively, both internally and with their customers around the globe.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI and build products that help drive better communication, drive connection, and make real-life impact. To do that, we need talented people, like you, who want to be a part of this exciting journey. If you’re ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your destination.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING AT DEEPL?

Thanks to our unique AI language technology, DeepL is able to provide the world’s best translation quality. Join our team, and help us reach a global audience by providing first-class localized content. As an experienced localization specialist with outstanding communication skills, you will join DeepL’s international and highly motivated team of language experts. Your role will involve a wide array of localization tasks, such as
UX/UI and marketing localization. In addition, you will manage terminology databases, develop and maintain a style guide, advise on various cultural aspects of your target market, and much more! Your work will have a real impact on the lives of millions of people around the globe. The job will also give you the opportunity to learn and grow alongside other talented professionals from the many teams that collaborate with us in Localization.
At DeepL, you’ll find a workplace that’s both challenging and rewarding. Being a localization expert at DeepL means having a passion for diving into the cultural and linguistic nuances of language. If you thrive when producing localized content that doesn’t sound like a translation and that appeals to users in your target market, we would love to hear from you!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Localize, transcreate and proofread from English into French, applying the specific style, tone and voice required in each case
• Write and edit French language content
• Advise on aspects of French language and culture
• Maintain, improve and update our style guides and terminology for French

About you

• Degree-level education in Translation or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of translation/localization experience, especially for website, app and marketing content
• You are fluent in French (France) and are familiar with the linguistic and cultural details of the language
• You are fluent in English and feel comfortable communicating in English (written and spoken)
• You have experience in localization quality assurance and are used to working with CAT tools
• Knowledge of the differences between French from France and other regional variants of French is a plus (e.g. Canadian French, Belgian French…)