Localization Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Localization Manager to serve as the vital link between our development teams and our global players. You will oversee the end-to-end localization lifecycle from managing external translation partners to ensuring that every line of dialogue and UI text is perfectly integrated and culturally relevant.

• Duration: 6 Months (with possibility of extension based on project needs).
• Location: Remote.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end localization workflow using internal tools, including the import/export of text strings via spreadsheets, and ensure seamless integration into the project.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external translation partners and freelancers, providing them with the necessary context and verifying all delivered assets.
• Act as the central hub for localization info between creative units, QA, programmers, and the marketing/publishing teams.
• Maintain a rigorous, structured system for tracking all text assets, version changes, and project milestones to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage the LQA (Linguistic Quality Assurance) process, triaging bugs, processing feedback, and performing final quality checks to ensure cultural and technical accuracy.

Requirements

• Strong experience working with spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets) for data management and familiarity with localization software or CMS tools.
• Exceptional organizational ability with a proven track record of managing complex schedules and multi-language tracking.
• Prior experience in game development or software localization, specifically.
• Experience in bug tracking and the ability to troubleshoot integration issues within a development environment.
• You are an active gamer. You understand gaming terminology, genre-specific tropes, and the importance of immersion in the player experience.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with the horror genre (games and movies) and an understanding of Lovecraftian themes and atmosphere.
• A background in copy-editing or narrative design to assist in maintaining a consistent “voice” across all regions.
• Familiarity with how different gaming communities communicate, helping to tailor localization to specific target audiences.

About Frogwares

Founded in 2000, Frogwares is an independent game development studio with roots in Ukraine and Ireland.

We are best known for The Sinking City and the long-running Sherlock Holmes series — immersive, single-player experiences that blend atmosphere, storytelling, and player agency.

With over 100 talented developers and millions of copies sold worldwide, our games are available on major platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

As we continue to grow our portfolio for a new generation of gamers, we’re now developing our most ambitious project yet: The Sinking City 2 — a Lovecraftian survival horror game built in Unreal Engine 5.