Technical Translator with Norwegian

This is a remote position.LocalEyes Group is a leading provider of Localization Services to the international computer and software sectors, with headquarters in Ireland and subsidiaries in Europe. LocalEyes is recruiting freelance translators with Norwegian to localise IT content:Norwegian Technical TranslatorField of expertise: IT, technical translation (Software User Interface, Print documentation, Online Help)Location: RemoteSchedule: This work is based on project needs as driven by business needs. Hours can therefore vary and flexibility with a changing schedule is very important. There might be peak periods with full days of work in a rowProject Duration: OngoingEmployment Type: FreelanceWe are looking for a Norwegian translator who is/has:Native in Norwegian with a degree in Applied Linguistics, Translation or equivalent experienceIT skilled with knowledge and experience of SDL Studio and CAT tools1 -3 years experience in the localization industry as translator for major IT account(s)Extensive experience in technical translation for IT content – Software UI, Technical Documentation and Online Help systemsProven affinity with localisation tools and up to date with language and terminology trendsQuality-driven and detail orientedExcellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skillsObsessed by the detail and has a passion for languagesHas a flexible work ethic, and willing to working beyond a conventional 9:00-17:30 framework. Some weekend working is required, with ability to work across different time zonesUnderstands dynamics between client and vendorExcellent written and spoken English to truly understand the meaning and translate as if it were originally written in target languageWorking knowledge of XML or other MarkUp languagesExperience translating content containing embedded variables in an XML environment with a high comfort level in manipulating XML type tags during translation is a plusDemonstrated aptitude to independently learn new technologies – translations may be performed using proprietary localisation tool setsAble to work in a fast paced, demanding environment with multiple changes in project priorities and tight deadlinesIn addition to the above, good editorial skills would be preferredFor this role you will be working as part of a dynamic team and in an international environment. Specific responsibilities include technical translations, linguistic review and QA, some project management (content, schedules, reporting), checking of terminology consistency through the management of TMs, MTPE, glossaries and style guides to guarantee the quality of deliverables.GDPR: In compliance with the REGULATION(EU) 2016/679 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons (GDPR), applying to this vacancy you will hereby authorise the recipient of your application to use and process your personal details for the purpose of sending you projects and job offers, recruiting, selecting staff for 10 years and you confirm to be informed of your rights.Please refer to recruit@localeyes.com in case of questions and in case you may wish us to delete your personal data. Originally posted on Himalayas