English to German (Germany or Switzerland) Linguist & Copy Editor for Product, Marketing & UI Content

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an English to German (Germany or Switzerland) Linguist & Copy Editor for Product, Marketing & UI Content based in Saudi Arabia. Join a long-term, international localization project supporting a leading multinational company through high-quality English-to-German translation and copy editing. In this freelance, fully remote role, you will work with content spanning marketing, product, user interfaces, customer support, informational materials, and light legal documentation.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is an experienced English-to-German language professional with excellent linguistic judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced localization environment. Candidates should meet one of the following experience and education pathways and demonstrate the following qualifications: Native-level proficiency in German, specifically for Germany (de-DE) and/or Switzerland (de-CH)
• Excellent command of US English (en-US), with the ability to understand source content accurately and convey its intended meaning in German
• At least 2 years of professional translation experience and a degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field
• alternatively, at least 5 years of professional translation experience without a formal translation degree
• Demonstrated experience translating from English into German across multiple content types, including marketing, product, UI, support, and informational materials
• Practical experience using computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, consistent, high-quality translations
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines while managing a substantial weekly workload
• Excellent communication skills, responsiveness, reliability, and a willingness to receive and implement feedback
• Ability to work independently as a freelance professional while collaborating effectively with a global team