Preply Is Hiring A Localization Specialist

We Power People's Progress

At Preply, we're committed to creating transformative learning experiences. We help learners discover their ideal tutors, craft personalized journeys, and stay motivated to grow — with a human-led, tech-enabled approach that makes a real difference. 🚀

Our Milestone & Mission

Having recently achieved unicorn status with a $150M Series D funding round, we are accelerating our vision to revolutionize education through human-led, AI-enhanced learning. Today, over 100,000 tutors teach 90+ languages to learners across 180 countries — and we're just getting started! As a category-defining company, we’re shaping the future of global learning. 🌍

Why Join Us?

Every lesson at Preply sparks change, fuels ambitions, and drives meaningful progress. By joining our team, you become part of a movement to define the future of education worldwide, building something impactful for millions every day. 🌟

Meet the Team!

Our mission is to create world-class, localized experiences that connect learners and tutors across the globe. We thrive on innovation, collaboration, a data-driven approach to quality, and a balance between linguistic excellence and rapid growth. 🤝

What You'll Be Doing

Language Work

• Localize and review Preply content and brand messaging for our German-speaking audience, including consumers and businesses.
• Manage the successful execution of all language and translation projects within the German markets.
• Apply transcreation and creative copywriting skills to adapt marketing and brand content, ensuring emotional resonance, cultural authenticity, and linguistic accuracy.
• Maintain and document German content standards, including terminology, tone of voice, and brand guidelines.
• Conduct ongoing quality assurance on the German website, blog, and email communications to ensure consistency and brand integrity.
• Utilize data analysis and research to improve the user experience for the German-speaking markets.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, product, and customer insights teams on regional and localization initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with freelance linguists, guiding them on Preply's language standards to ensure high-quality output.

Quality Operations

• Support activities within the Quality work-stream.
• Analyze feedback and scorecards to implement quality improvements.
• Identify and resolve language bugs from stakeholder feedback.

Linguistic Asset Management

• Assist in creating glossaries, style guides, and reference materials.
• Ensure updates, version control, and brand alignment across assets.

Your Profile: What You Need To Succeed

• Native-level proficiency in German and professional fluency in English (at least C1).
• Bachelor's degree in translation, localization, intercultural communication, linguistics, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the localization industry, ideally with web and mobile content.
• Deep knowledge of localization best practices, quality management, and language asset maintenance.
• Experience working with CAT tools and project management platforms.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to balance autonomy with collaboration effectively.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Growth mindset, curiosity, and a passion for continuous learning.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of internationalization best practices.
• Familiarity with functional and linguistic testing methodologies.
• Experience in localization quality management programs.
• Experience managing external linguists and language service providers.
• Operational experience with AI tools within localization workflows.

Why You'll Love Working at Preply 😊

• An open, collaborative, and diverse culture.
• A monthly lesson allowance on Preply.com, plus a Learning & Development budget and time off for self-improvement.
• A competitive salary package, including equity, leave allowance, and health insurance.
• Access to mental health support platforms.
• Wellness benefits through Gympass partner centers across Spain, promoting physical and mental well-being.
• The chance to unlock the potential of learners and tutors in over 175 countries — and growing! 🌎

Our Principles

• Care to Change the World – We are passionate about making a life-changing impact.
• We Do It For Learners – Empowering learners and tutors to create exceptional experiences is our core focus.
• Keep Perfecting – Striving for simplicity, smoothness, and enjoyment in everything we do.
• Now Is the Time – Acting swiftly to bring great ideas to life in a fast-paced world.
• Disciplined Execution – Ensuring our initiatives are carried out with focus and excellence.