CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

About the role

Nintendo of America

Summary

Provides bilingual Japanese translation support for Nintendo of America, Inc. (NOA) and Nintendo Company Limited (NCL)

Description of Duties

• Translates confidential e-mail and other written documentation from Japanese to English, and English to Japanese.
• Chooses the equivalent expression in the target language that fully conveys and best matches the meaning intended in the source language (referred to as congruity judgment).
• May manage various communication tools and database and contributes to improve usability and efficiency.
• Performs all job responsibilities in strict adherence to corporate prototype security policy and procedures.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external contacts.
• The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Summary of Requirements

• Two to four years of related experience required.
• Two years of translation experience.
• Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2 level in verbal and written communication in Japanese
• Intermediate to high level of proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Proficient understanding of Japanese business culture and etiquette.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and relationship-building skills, problem-solving and cross-function collaboration.
• Multi-tasks under pressure in a fast-paced, highly confidential environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines.
• Working knowledge and skills developed through formal training, licensing/certification or work experience.
• Professional training in Japanese translation or equivalent experience.

Additional information

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

Pay and benefits

This contract position includes the base pay range listed below and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency. Agency benefits include eligibility for medical insurance, employee assistance program, and paid sick leave. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms. Benefits offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, and may differ depending on the employing agency partner.

Pay Range

$30 - $45 USD