TITLE: Localization Specialist - German
LOCATION: Madrid
DEPT: Global Localization
COMPANY: 2K (Take-Two Interactive)
TYPE: Full-Time, Executive Level
As part of 2K’s evolving Global Loc 2.0 strategy, we are expanding our in-house localization team to elevate linguistic quality and cultural authenticity across our game portfolio. We are seeking a Linguistic Specialist, German to support the translation, editing, and validation of localized content in German, while gaining hands-on experience with localization tools, pipelines, and cross-functional collaboration.
This is an entry-level, individual contributor role designed to support early-career linguists and translators looking to grow in the game localization industry. You’ll work under the guidance of senior language leads and localization producers to help ensure accurate and player-relevant content in a structured and supportive environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Translate or edit in-game text, UI strings, and basic marketing content from English into natural, culturally appropriate German
- Follow established style guides, glossaries, and tone-of-voice documentation to maintain consistency
- Collaborate with senior linguists and QA to review linguistic bugs, provide clarifications, and contribute to resolutions
- Assist in terminology verification and contribute to updates of language resources under guidance
- Participate in localization test passes for your language and help flag basic language or formatting issues
- Review task briefs and submit questions or suggestions to more senior professionals for review
- Track assigned tasks and update documentation in localization and project management tools (e.g., XLOC, Confluence, Jira)
- Join team meetings or syncs as needed to stay informed on localization strategy and priorities for your language
- Contribute to documentation improvements by flagging unclear instructions or suggesting basic refinements
- Native-level fluency in German, with strong grammar and written fluency
- English fluency for reading, communication, and collaboration
- Experience in translation, linguistic QA, localization coursework, or related academic fields
- Familiarity with localization workflows or content management tools is a plus
- A strong interest in gaming, cross-cultural communication, and in-language content quality
- Basic organizational skills and the ability to follow task guidelines and meet deadlines
- A desire to learn and grow under supervision in a fast-paced, global content environment
- Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, translation, media, or a related field preferred
As a Linguistic Specialist, you’ll build a strong foundation in game localization while directly contributing to content delivered to millions of players worldwide. You’ll work alongside experienced language experts, QA professionals, and production teams—developing skills that support your growth across multiple localization career paths under 2K’s Global Loc 2.0 program.
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.
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Skills Required
- Native-level fluency in German with strong grammar and written fluency
- Fluency in English for reading, communication, and collaboration
- Experience in translation, linguistic QA, localization coursework, or related academic fields
- Familiarity with localization workflows or content management tools
- Strong interest in gaming, cross-cultural communication, and in-language content quality
- Basic organizational skills and ability to follow guidelines and meet deadlines
- Desire to learn and grow under supervision in a fast-paced global content environment
- Bachelor's degree in linguistics, translation, media, or a related field
2K Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employees can participate in a parent‑company Employee Stock Purchase Plan typically at a 15% discount, with some roles also eligible for equity. Feedback suggests the ESPP adds meaningful value to the total‑rewards package.
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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 think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
Why Work With Us
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