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Localization Specialist - Italian

On-site in Madrid·Added 22 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
English: Required
Other languages: Italian
Education: University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

Content Management

Requirements

What we're looking for

Native-level fluency in Italian, with strong grammar and written fluency
English fluency for reading, communication, and collaboration
Experience in translation, linguistic QA, localization coursework, or related academic fields
A strong interest in gaming, cross-cultural communication, and in-language content quality
Basic organizational skills and the ability to follow task guidelines and meet deadlines
A desire to learn and grow under supervision in a fast-paced, global content environment

Nice to have

Familiarity with localization workflows or content management tools is a plus
Bachelor's degree in linguistics, translation, media, or a related field preferred

The role

As part of 2K's Global Loc 2.0 strategy, the Content Localization (CLOC) team is expanding its in-house language capabilities to support scalable, culturally authentic, and high-quality localized content across our portfolio. We are looking for a Linguistic Specialist to contribute to the execution and refinement of content localization workflows for your native language.

This is an entry-level, individual contributor role designed to support early-career linguists and translators looking to grow in the game localization industry. You'll work under the guidance of senior language leads and localization producers to help ensure accurate and player-relevant content in a structured and supportive environment.

What you'll do

Translate or edit in-game text, UI strings, and basic marketing content from English into natural, culturally appropriate Italian
Follow established style guides, glossaries, and tone-of-voice documentation to maintain consistency
Collaborate with senior linguists and QA to review linguistic bugs, provide clarifications, and contribute to resolutions
Assist in terminology verification and contribute to updates of language resources under guidance
Participate in localization test passes for your language and help flag basic language or formatting issues
Review task briefs and submit questions or suggestions to more senior professionals for review
Track assigned tasks and update documentation in localization and project management tools (e.g., XLOC, Confluence, Jira)
Join team meetings or syncs as needed to stay informed on localization strategy and priorities for Italian
Contribute to documentation improvements by flagging unclear instructions or suggesting basic refinements

About 2K

2K is a major video game publisher and developer known for iconic franchises such as NBA 2K, Borderlands, BioShock, Civilization, and WWE 2K. Headquartered in Novato, California, the company serves millions of players globally through its development and publishing arms. 2K operates numerous internal development studios around the world and handles publishing, marketing, and operational support from several international offices.

In Spain, 2K has a presence primarily through its localization and quality assurance (LQA) operations in Barcelona, which houses regional teams. The roles posted in Spain reflect a strong, an a robust localization and QA hub, indicating importance on serving international audiences with localized versions. For international professionals, working here offers experience with top-tier gaming franchises and environments, but the day-to-day work can be specialized.

Industry: Gaming
Founded: 2005
Employees: 5,000
Headquarters: Novato, USA
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: 2k.com

Good to know if you are moving

Most of the current opportunities in Spain are for localization language leads and quality assurance, which suggests a rather focused operational presence in Barcelona over full scale development.
Located videogamating careers and professional growth with iconic brands like NBA and BioShock if the company uses its own
is local had strong rates of multilingual roles start (loc product localization on multiple European Arabic, French).

In their own words

About the company & team

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K, one of the top-selling franchises in the world, and legendary titles like BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization®, and XCOM®, as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K, TopSpin®, and PGA TOUR® 2K. We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre.

Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms.

But what truly powers 2K is our people.

We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work.

Additional information

As a Linguistic Specialist, you'll build a strong foundation in game localization while directly contributing to content delivered to millions of players worldwide. You'll work alongside experienced language experts, QA professionals, and production teams-developing skills that support your growth across multiple localization career paths under 2K's Global Loc 2.0 program.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; other tasks and duties may be assigned or reassigned as needed.

2K complies with the labor regulations established under Spanish employment law (Estatuto de los Trabajadores) and all applicable European Union employment and data protection standards. Personal data collected during the recruitment and employment process will be handled in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Spanish data protection laws.

We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment across all aspects of employment, regardless of gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under Spanish and EU legislation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

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