TITLE : Localization Language Lead German Who We Are 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. What We Need As part of our

Global Loc 2.0 evolution , 2K is deepening its investment in language-specific leadership to improve the voice, cultural authenticity, and overall quality of our localized content. We are seeking a

Game Localization Lead

to own the linguistic direction and execution strategy for all German content across 2K’s game portfolio. This is an

individual contributor role

within the Content Localization (CLOC) team. You’ll serve as the key German language authority, working with minimal supervision across complex projects. You’ll apply deep linguistic and cultural expertise while partnering with developers, producers, QA, and publishing stakeholders to ensure language quality meets player expectations and platform-holder standards. What You’ll Do Own the





localization strategy, quality bar, and final sign-off

for

German

content across all 2K titles

Review and edit localized content (in-game text, UI, scripts, VO) for tone, clarity, fluency, and cultural relevance

Develop, maintain, and enforce

glossaries, style guides , and cultural content policies for the

German

market

Collaborate with cross-functional teams—localization producers, embedded LQA, marketing, publishing, and dev—to guide language decisions and alignment

Serve as the main

linguistic escalation point

for

German -related bugs, tone disputes, or QA challenges

Supervise and provide feedback to entry- and mid-level linguists or vendors working on

German

content

Consult with game studios and content owners on

German age rating requirements , terminology usage, and visual/language compliance

Lead VO casting, script review, and

direct creative sessions

during

German

voiceover production

Regularly review in-development and near-final builds to audit for tone, consistency, and cultural resonance

Recommend and help implement

process improvements

that improve quality, reduce error rates, or optimize turnaround time for

German

localization

Participate in Global Loc 2.0 initiatives, working with senior leadership to shape evolving localization standards, practices, and tooling

What Will Make You A Great Fit Professional localization experience

in games, tech, or entertainment

Native fluency in

German , with demonstrated mastery of tone,



grammar, and regional nuance

Advanced English fluency (written and spoken); capable of representing language decisions across integral teams

Proven ability to work

independently on complex language projects , exercising judgment and creativity in ambiguous or conflicting situations

Strong working knowledge of

platform-holder guidelines , naming conventions, and brand alignment principles

Comfortable overseeing or mentoring junior linguists and freelance vendors

Familiarity with localization tools (e.g.,

CAT tools , translation memory systems, XLOC, JIRA, CMS)

Deep understanding of German

culture , media, and the German -speaking gaming audience

Experience with VO scripting,

dubbing production , and linguistic performance direction is a plus

Bachelor's degree in translation, linguistics, media, or related field preferred

Why Join Us?

As a

Game Localization Lead

for German, you will directly shape how our players in Germany and other German-speaking regions experience our games. You’ll own language strategy, guide voice and tone across titles, and play a key role in 2K’s broader effort to deliver best-in-class localized content through a modern, embedded, and scalable localization model. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation. 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. #LI-Onsite

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📌 German Game Localization Lead (Madrid)
🏢 2K
📍 Madrid