**Experienced Full Stack Translation Program Specialist – Localization and Project Management for Global Customer Support at blithequark**
An exciting opportunity awaits for a talented Translation Program Specialist to join blithequark's Shipping & Delivery Support team. This role is situated in a remote work environment, offering a fantastic work environment and a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
**About blithequark**
blithequark is a leading global company that develops and maintains support content for customer service associates, delivery drivers, and customers around the world. Our mission is to deliver high-quality translations for the global organization, and we are looking for a skilled Translation Program Specialist to assist us in achieving this goal.
**Job Description**
As a Translation Program Specialist at blithequark, you will have the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, while adhering to tight deadlines and managing multiple projects at a time. You will be passionate about improving both the customer and content author experience, and you will aggressively deliver on incremental projects and tactical work that contribute to a world-class localization function within blithequark's Customer Service.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Receive daily translation/localization requests from internal team and stakeholders
* Create and manage translation projects in the blithequark Translation Management System (TMS) by outsourcing to vendors
* Coordinate and communicate project delivery timelines based on project volumes, and translation/review process needs
* Troubleshoot issues or questions regarding target audience, file type, and business requirements
* Respond to linguistic queries from translation vendors. Request feedback from internal stakeholders and coordinate with vendors for implementation
* Use project management methodology, including risk management; plan, scope, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard, ensuring they meet the requirements of the business
**Ideal Candidate**
The ideal candidate will have the ability to comprehend complex technical concepts and processes. They will have demonstrated project management experience, and the organizational discipline to track and manage work for several complex projects simultaneously. The candidate will have a proven ability to make quick decisions in ambiguous situations, a record of extraordinary attention to detail, and strengths in Dive Deep and Learn and Be Curious.
**Basic Qualifications**
* 2+ years of experience in project management and localization
* Excellent business communication skills
* Experience working in a global, cross-functional, multilingual team
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Proven ability to learn new software, concepts, and processes
* Strong attention to detail
* Passion for intercultural communication
* Proven organizational skills and ability to multitask
* Ability to work independently with little oversight
* Ability to ask critical questions to comprehend customer needs and discover the root cause of issues
* Fluency in one or more non-English languages
* Comprehension of translation/localization industry processes
* Knowledge of localization tools, translation management systems, and working knowledge of content management systems
**Work Environment and Company Culture**
blithequark is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
**Compensation and Benefits**
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $56,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $118,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.
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**About the Role**
This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a global company and contribute to the delivery of high-quality translations for the global organization. As a Translation Program Specialist, you will have the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, while adhering to tight deadlines and managing multiple projects at a time. You will be passionate about improving both the customer and content author experience, and you will aggressively deliver on incremental projects and tactical work that contribute to a world-class localization function within blithequark's Customer Service.
**What We Offer**
* Competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience
* Opportunity to work in a remote work environment
* Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
* Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality translations for the global organization
* Ability to improve both the customer and content author experience
* Opportunity to aggressively deliver on incremental projects and tactical work that contribute to a world-class localization function within blithequark's Customer Service
**Why Join blithequark?**
blithequark is a leading global company that develops and maintains support content for customer service associates, delivery drivers, and customers around the world. Our mission is to deliver high-quality translations for the global organization, and we are looking for a skilled Translation Program Specialist to assist us in achieving this goal. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about improving both the customer and content author experience.
**What We Look For**
We are looking for a talented Translation Program Specialist who has the ability to comprehend complex technical concepts and processes. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated project management experience, and the organizational discipline to track and manage work for several complex projects simultaneously. The candidate will have a proven ability to make quick decisions in ambiguous situations, a record of extraordinary attention to detail, and strengths in Dive Deep and Learn and Be Curious.
**How to Apply**
To apply for this position, please visit our internal or external career site. Apply Job!
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**Equal Employment Opportunity**
blithequark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
**Los Angeles County Applicants**
Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance**
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Total Compensation Package**
Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.
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