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Smartling Localization Operations Specialist at Smartling manages the end-to-end localization lifecycle for enterprise clients, acting as their operational point of contact. The role involves designing and optimizing localization processes and leveraging AI tooling to improve workflows.

Responsibilities

Act as your clients' embedded localization operations expert, serving as the primary operational point of contact and trusted advisor for assigned accounts.
Foster strong stakeholder relationships, navigate competing priorities, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution and continuous improvement of clients' localization programs.
Design and optimize localization processes within Smartling’s platform and client-preferred project management and content management tools, overseeing the end-to-end job lifecycle and tailoring configurations to each client’s unique requirements, including effective use of AI tooling where applicable.
Solve problems both independently and collaboratively, bringing a solutions-first mindset to client challenges and internal roadblocks.
Proactively drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements, documenting best practices, and leveraging automation and AI-enabled solutions to streamline workflows, enhance scalability, and improve team efficiency.
Freedom 🏡 - we are remote-first
Growth - an opportunity to learn and advance your career
Wealth 💰 - we offer competitive salary and 401(k) + company match
Wellness - health insurance; free medical plan for you and your family
Balance - flexible PTO + 11 holidays; generous parental leave
Culture 🤝 - an energetic, value-driven, and fun culture and team spirit
Bonus - employee referral program and Apple equipment

Qualification

Strong client management skillsInterest in languageAccountableCustomer-FocusedAdaptableCommunicative

Required

At least 2-3 years of experience in localization or translation project management, ideally within a managed services or agency environment
Solid understanding of localization file formats, content types, and CAT/TMS tooling
Strong client management skills: comfortable leading calls, navigating difficult conversations, and representing the team externally
Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Google Sheets, Looker, or equivalent)
Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams across engineering, QA, and vendor management
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with sharp attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities across time zones
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Hands-on experience with Smartling or other TMS platforms (such as Phrase, XTM, or MemoQ)
Experience supporting enterprise or SaaS clients in an operational or customer-facing role.
Fluency or working proficiency in a second language
Interest in language, technology, or global content strategy
Accountable. You take full ownership of your accounts, addressing issues promptly and documenting root causes and preventative actions for future improvement.
Customer-Focused. You understand that client deadlines and requirements are real business commitments and consistently approach them with urgency, accountability, and care.
Adaptable. You adjust effectively to changing scope, priorities, and unexpected client inputs without losing focus or execution quality.
Communicative. You proactively stay ahead of client needs by sharing status updates, surfacing risks early, and contributing insights, guidance, and best practices.

Benefits

Medical
401(k)
PTO
Parental Leave
Wellness

Company

Smartling

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