Content Localization Specialist

Summary

Join Hostinger, a rapidly growing web hosting company, and contribute to our global expansion as a German Content Localization Specialist. You will collaborate with various teams to create high-quality, SEO-driven content for German-speaking audiences. Daily tasks involve localizing existing content, creating original content, managing publishing schedules, conducting keyword research, and optimizing content for search engines. You will need native-level German fluency, strong English skills, and experience in translation and SEO. Hostinger offers a competitive salary, remote work flexibility, and various professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Native-level fluency in German and a strong command of English
• 2+ years of experience in English to German translation, delivering high-quality content for web and technical fields
• Extensive experience with CAT tools (e.g. SmartCat) and familiarity with AI-driven content tools (e.g. ChatGPT)
• Attention to detail. You possess a strong ability to maintain formatting, structure, and consistency
• Research-driven mindset with strong sourcing and citation skills
• Experience translating various types of SaaS content, including tutorials, how-to guides, and case studies
• Ability to analyze performance data and carry out keyword research with tools like Ahrefs, SurferSEO, AccuRanker, and Google Search Console
• A strategic, audience-focused mindset, capable of managing multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, SEO, and product teams

Responsibilities

• Localize content from English to German and write new, original content tailored for the German audience. You will ensure that our tutorials are insightful, engaging, and valuable for your locale
• Plan and manage the publishing schedule for German content each quarter
• Do region-specific keyword research to effectively adapt English tutorials for the target markets, ensuring cultural relevance and alignment with local search trends
• Format articles for an optimal reading experience. Ensure proper styling, images, and internal linking
• Implement SEO best practices, perform post-publishing QA, and update content for search visibility
• Publish tutorials to WordPress and update them as needed to reflect any changes
• Manage localization workflows efficiently, solving challenges as they arise and ensuring content meets quality standards
• Monitor localization trends and innovations to enhance our strategies
• Measure and analyze content performance metrics on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to improve engagement and optimize future strategies
• Collaborate with localization, SEO, and product teams to align strategies and improve keyword research and content funnels

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on your experience and location
• Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely as a contractor while accessing many of the same benefits as full-time employees
• Work in an inspiring culture where everyone values freedom, high standards, and ownership, following 10 key principles
• Strengthen your creativity and leadership skills by working on meaningful, data-driven projects alongside a team of high-performing professionals
• Access unlimited growth opportunities through Reforge and Udemy, as well as internal training and workshops
• Attend world-renowned conferences and expand your expertise globally
• Receive regular check-ins on your personal and professional growth with a remarkable assessment system
• Benefit from 20 paid vacation days
• Gross salary from 2250 EUR/month (depending on your experience)