Language Expert - German (Bangkok-based)

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel. We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.

We are looking for a German Linguist and Localization Expert to join our team and help improve localization of multiple Agoda products. This role is Bangkok Based (Relocation Provided). Join our international team in a beautiful central Bangkok location and work in a fun and fast-paced environment!

Responsibilities :

• Maintain quality of product translation / localization
• Translate English content (site updates, hotel content, press releases, travel articles, promotional emails and newsletters)
• Recruit, manage and supervise freelance translator
• Ensure freelance translations meet required deadlines and quality standards
• Provide localization insights and add a linguistic perspective to development
• Conduct product reviews for inconsistencies and localization issues
• Analyze language-specific data to support machine translation model selection and improvement
• Support marketing activities to increase visibility of Agoda and website traffic within the target market
• Research and identify local partnership opportunities
• Assist with interdepartmental requests

Desired skills and experience :

Equal Opportunity Employer. At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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