Korean Localization Games Test Lead – Shanghai (Freelance)

TransPerfect Games is a leading provider of bespoke and flexible videogame services, offering a wide range of solutions including translation, functional and localization game testing, certification testing, focus group and playtesting, player support and community management, cybersecurity and penetration testing, tool development, art design, game writing, GDPR consultancy, and voice-over recording.

With over 1000 well-known global games developers and publishers as our clients, we are looking for Game Localization QA Test Lead (Simplified Chinese into Korean) with native language skills in Korean to join us to provide client support on test problems in a dynamic and exciting environment. You will be testing the next big hit game from small independent development teams all the way to AAA game titles from industry heavyweights!

The LQA Test Lead is responsible for leading localization testing activities to ensure high-quality, culturally appropriate, and immersive player experiences across multiple languages and platforms. This role manages LQA resources, drives testing execution, oversees defect management, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support successful game releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of LQA testers across multiple languages.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute localization testing activities throughout the development lifecycle.

• Validate localized in-game text, UI, subtitles, audio, and player-facing content for linguistic accuracy and contextual relevance.

• Identify, document, prioritize, and track localization defects to resolution.

• Collaborate with QA, Development, Production, and Localization teams to ensure quality standards are met.

• Monitor project progress, risks, and quality metrics, providing regular status updates to stakeholders.

• Develop and maintain LQA processes, test documentation, and best practices.

• Support release readiness, post-release validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Important information:

• This position is on a freelance contract.

• As a mandatory requirement, you must have the right to work in Shanghai. You will be required to provide supporting documentation.

• This is an onsite position. You are required to work onsite during core business hours (Mon – Fri, 8 hours per day) at our office in Shanghai. So you shall be based in the Shanghai area or you are within commuting distance to our office.

• Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AAA, mobile, or live-service games.

  • Knowledge of console, PC, and mobile gaming platforms.

  • Familiarity with localization tools, CAT tools, and translation management systems.

In order to apply, please send your CV in ENGLISH to jliarokapi@transperfect.com.

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• 3+ years of experience in Localization QA, Linguistic QA, or Game QA.

• 1+ years of experience leading QA or localization testing teams.

• Native level (or near-native)of Korean (testing language), including excellent spelling and grammar.

• Good command of Chinese and English language

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required (a degree in computer science, game design, or a related field is a strong plus).

• Strong understanding of localization workflows and video game development processes.

• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps).

• Excellent communication in Chinese, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AAA, mobile, or live-service games.

• Knowledge of console, PC, and mobile gaming platforms.

• Familiarity with localization tools, CAT tools, and translation management systems.