German Translator / Linguist (Onsite) - Gaming
Side
Posted: January 16, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a skilled German translator and linguist to join our team in Braga, Portugal. The ideal candidate will have experience in game development and a strong understanding of the gaming industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating and localizing game assets, as well as providing quality assurance and support to our clients.
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Job Description
About the company
Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 20 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.
Help us bring stories to the world! Join a global team of passionate gamers and contribute to delivering unforgettable game experiences.
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About the role
Side is currently seeking experienced Onsite German Translator.
You will be responsible for correctly translating video game content and associated text to German, following product-specific guidelines to ensure the highest linguistic quality and adherence to all relevant conventions. You will be working as part of a team of language specialists, contributing to high-quality translations through both translation and review tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
• Translate and/or revise text according to project guidelines and instructions
• Ensure linguistic quality, consistency, and adherence to terminology and style guides
• Collaborate with a larger team of translators and revisers
• Meet deadlines and productivity targets as outlined by project management
• Update the relevant documents such as a style guide and glossary
Requirements:
Requirements
• Native German language speaker with high proficiency in English language
• At least 3 years of professional localization experience.
• Proven experience localizing large video game IPs.
• Must be willing to take a short free trial translation test as part of the selection process
• Familiarity with business software and CAT tools (e.g. Microsoft Office, memoQ, Plunet) is an advantage.
• Able to work in Braga for full time onsite position
• Candidate must be located within Portugal.
Benefits:
What we offer:
• You will be working for the pre-eminent global provider of specialist services to the games industry and provided with full training and the opportunity to work on some of the biggest game clients, titles, projects, and tech in the world.
• Attractive remuneration, holidays, regular team competitions with great prizes; and inclusion into an extensive social calendar. Our environments thrive with collaborative teamwork with people from all around the world, different nationalities, and languages.
• A supportive community inclusive of LGBTQ+, and any age, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We care about the well-being of our employees and have a dedicated employee well-being program. We empower our people and offer regular progression opportunities to ensure our employees flourish.
• Learn as you work and be part of something real that changes the face of gaming - forever.
• Working with a global multi-lingual workforce with superb training and promotion and progression opportunities.
ALL APPLICATION MUST BE SENT IN ENGLISH