Traditional Chinese Localization Specialist - Osaka

Traditional Chinese Localization Specialist - Osaka

> SNK · Osaka, Japan · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-28

**Workplace:** on_site

Description

• Translate in-game text, promotional material, and press releases

• Create and update the SNK Traditional Chinese style guide and game glossaries

• Proofread/edit translated text to ensure quality

• Raise culturally sensitive issues for discussion within the localization team

• Check implemented text in-game for context and mistranslations

• Handle bug fixes

• Collaborate with other companies’ developers as necessary for crossover characters and events

Requirements

Must-have:

• Native speaker of Chinese (expertise in Traditional Chinese a must)

• 3 years of localization experience (preferably in game localization)

• Business level Japanese (JLPT level N1 or equivalent)

• Ability to organize and multitask over multiple projects

• Ability to communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders within the localization team

• Experience with Confluence, Microsoft Office, or similar software

• Experience with memoQ or similar translation memory software

• Experience with Jira or similar bug tracking software

Nice-to-have:

• Business level English (TOEIC 800 and above or equivalent)

• Familiarity with SNK games

• Awareness of the Chinese gaming market and culture

Ideal candidate:

• Works well within a culturally and linguistically diverse environment

• Is proactive and inquisitive with an ability to quickly grasp complex situations

• Has a flexible and collaborative outlook on their work

• Loves games and other forms of entertainment such as anime, manga, and movies

\*We do not sponsor overseas visas at this time

\*We do not sponsor domestic or overseas relocation at this time

Benefits

• Free drinks available in the office
• Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
• Seminar and training support programs
• Special allowance for dedicated development roles
• Employee referral program
• Annual health check-up
• Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
• Influenza vaccination support
• Employee consultation service
• Access to comprehensive welfare club services
• Full social insurance coverage
• Retirement allowance system

Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!

**Working Hours**

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)

Note: The above is an estimated working time, as this position is subject to a specialized discretionary labor system.

**Holidays & Leave**

• Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
• National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
• _Approximately 125 annual holidays_
• Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)

**Compensation**

• Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.

**Insurance**

• Health insurance
• Welfare pension insurance
• Employment insurance
• Workers’ compensation insurance

**Retirement Benefits**

• Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)

**Retirement Age**

• Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available

**Additional Notes**

• Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.

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