Localization Producer Cupertino,California,United States Marketing At Apple, we don’t just build products—we create a sense of wonder that revolutionizes entire industries. Apple Services supports the App Store, Apple Music, Fitness+, TV+, and other lines of business to deliver a top-tier user experience to customers worldwide. The localization teams bring local relevance to Apple’s global services through best-in-class localization support. We are looking for an open-minded, innovative, and tech-savvy individual to support the Apple Services Localization team. This role will be primarily focused on project management while working closely with QA efforts to ensure the integrated execution of localization projects. This position is responsible for managing localization copy end-to-end and coordinating with editorial, engineering, vendors, and business teams. **Description** As a Localization Producer, you will: Manage complex localization projects in 50+ languages. Ensure projects are completed within required deadlines while maintaining industry-leading quality standards. Coordinate and build collaborative relationships with internal partners across editorial, engineering, design, programming, and business teams, as well as external linguistic vendors and project managers. Work with software engineers and engineering project managers responsible for Apple products and Apple’s proprietary localization toolset. Represent the team in meetings with cross-functional partners. Identify and implement innovative solutions to streamline workflows and processes. Work closely with the QA Lead to establish localization workflows that balance project timelines with rigorous quality assurance. Be flexible in supporting quality assurance efforts when needed, assisting with testing coordination, bug tracking, and overall localization validation. Serve as both a project manager and an advocate for the international customer experience. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. + 3 or more years of experience executing and leading large-scale localization projects. + Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, including translators, designers, and writers, to ensure seamless localization production and product launches. + Strong ability to prioritize competing projects, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and negotiate terms as needed. **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + A proactive and independent problem solver who can evaluate existing workflows, see opportunities for improvement, and explore new processes and best practices. + Knowledge of linguistic considerations such as cultural adaptation and ensuring contextually appropriate translations for each market. Deep understanding of cultural sensitivities + Experience in localization quality assurance (QA) is strongly preferred to enable better coordination with the QA Lead. + Tech-savvy with experience in copy management tools, user acceptance testing (UAT), and working with tool engineering for enhancements and bug fixes. + Skilled at building relationships with partners and using networks to implement projects or inspire change. + Ability to anticipate blockers and continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. + Experience in fitness industry. + Experience working with AI and machine-learning tools. + Excellent English communication and presentation skills. + Linguistic expertise in a language other than English. + Experience working with Apple software, hardware, and services. **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **Pay & Benefits** + At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $112,900 and $234,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. + Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) **Apple Footer** Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. 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