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Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K's portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us. 2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, Marvel's Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don't meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and feel prepared to join a dynamic team at 2K, we encourage you to apply
OVERVIEW
Love games? Love languages? As a Localization QA Analyst, you'll be the first to experience our worlds in your native language and help make sure players everywhere enjoy the same high-quality adventure. Your mission is to safeguard the accuracy, style, and cultural authenticity of our localized content, spotting everything from typos and mistranslations to UI hiccups and cultural mismatches.
You'll execute test plans on pre-release versions of our games, logging and tracking issues, and sometimes even providing direct fixes. Along the way, you'll collaborate with Localization Leads, QA teammates, and developers to ensure every detail—from menus to dialogue—shines. This is an entry point into both the games and localization industries, perfect for detail-oriented problem solvers who want to help shape unforgettable global experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute test passes on localized builds for linguistic, functional, and visual accuracy
- Identify, log, and track issues in the bug database with clear, detailed reproduction steps
- Verify grammar, spelling, consistency, truncation, variable usage, and cultural appropriateness across all localized content
- Provide correct translations to objective mistakes directly into CAT tools as necessary
- Assist in the creation of test cases and test plans based on game design documentation and specifications
- Support LQA leads by participating in design and implementation reviews to provide LQA perspective
- Generate and contribute to daily test reports under supervision, highlighting risks and key issues
- Regress fixed bugs, verify compliance with first party platform terminology/standards, and validate first-party submission readiness
- Investigate and reproduce reported issues from players or internal stakeholders
- Stay up to date on project issues, serving as a go-to resource for leadership on language-specific concerns
- Review and approve supporting documentation and marketing materials as necessary
SKILLS
- Native fluency in Japanese
- Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)
- Knowledge of localization workflows and QA processes, including bug writing and defect tracking
Familiarity with bug databases (e.g., JIRA), test management tools, and version control systems - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Outlook
- Technical proficiency with PCs, gaming consoles, and related hardware
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work effectively under strict time constraints and shifting priorities
- Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable asking questions in a fast-paced environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
- 0–2 years of experience in localization QA, functional QA, or translation (professional or academic).
- Previous translation or linguistic QA experience is a plus.
- Experience with CAT tools or familiarity with string localization is desirable.
- Expected time in role before promotion: 1–2 years.
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