German & Japanese Video Games Translator (Japanese to German)

German Video Games Translator (Japanese to German) Gaming Localisation Remote or London Hybrid £39,000-£59,000 German Video Game Translator Japanese Translator Gaming Localisation Specialist

Location: London (Hybrid) or Fully Remote (UK)

Salary: £39,000 - £59,000 + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Join a World-Leading Video Games & Entertainment Company

Are you a native German Translator with fluent Japanese and experience in video game localisation?

We're recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised video games and entertainment studio responsible for some of the world's most successful games, mobile apps and entertainment brands. This is an exciting opportunity to join an international localisation team working on high-profile AAA and mobile gaming titles enjoyed by millions of players worldwide.

If you're passionate about gaming, languages and creating exceptional player experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a German Video Games Translator (Japanese to German), you will translate, localise and proofread a wide variety of gaming and digital content for German-speaking audiences. You'll work closely with localisation specialists, editors and project managers to ensure every translation is accurate, culturally appropriate and engaging.

This role offers the flexibility of remote working or a hybrid office-based position in London.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate and localise video game content from Japanese into German
• Proofread and edit translations to ensure linguistic accuracy and consistency
• Localise dialogue, UI, menus, tutorials, websites, mobile apps, marketing content and product packaging
• Adapt content for German-speaking markets while preserving tone, humour and cultural relevance
• Collaborate with localisation managers, editors and project coordinators
• Maintain translation memories, terminology databases and glossaries
• Use CAT tools, including MemoQ, to deliver high-quality translations
• Meet project deadlines across multiple localisation projects
• Ensure brand voice and localisation standards are maintained across all content

About You

We're looking for an experienced Gaming Translator or Localisation Specialist with a genuine passion for video games.

Essential Requirements

• Native-level German speaker
• Fluent Japanese (spoken and written)
• Proven experience translating video games from Japanese into German
• Previous experience in game localisation or gaming translation
• Excellent written German with exceptional grammar and attention to detail
• Strong understanding of German culture and localisation best practices
• Experience using CAT tools, particularly MemoQ
• Knowledge of translation memories, terminology management and localisation workflows
• Able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and teamwork skills

What's on Offer

• Salary of £39,000 - £59,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm
• Fully remote or hybrid working options
• Opportunity to work on globally recognised video game franchises
• International and collaborative working environment
• Career development opportunities within a leading entertainment company
• Work on exciting AAA games, mobile games and digital entertainment projects

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