Localization Specialist
Tesla
LinkedInSpecialistLocalizationbuyer
LocationPalo Alto, CA
CountryUnited States
Work modeOn-site
LevelSpecialist
FunctionLocalization
Fieldbuyer
Employment typeSpecialist
Posted30/06/2026
Job description
What To Expect
We're looking for a Localization Specialist to join our Vehicle Software organization. As the Tesla fleet grows globally, our infotainment systems, mobile app, release notes, voice commands, navigation, and alerts must remain intuitive for drivers & riders in every market. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and designers to localize new features across our vehicle displays (Model 3/Y, Cybertruck, Cybercab, and beyond). You'll champion the customer perspective in every decision, ensuring we continue to deliver the highest-quality user experience as our UI evolves.
What You'll Do
Translate, review, & proofread UI strings, mobile app, and release notes content
Develop detailed test plans that represent specific use/edge/negative test cases for global markets; partner with validation teams to execute these plans and perform regression testing on bug fixes
Analyze language data from the customer fleet and take appropriate actions to improve it
Perform daily localization testing
Work closely with developers, product managers, and design teams to ensure UI features are intuitive & implemented to specification
Investigate issues reported by customers and internal test engineers (including your own tests)
Drive & use our products daily, reporting bugs or UX issues when necessary
What You'll Bring
Proficiency in 2 or more languages (a plus if it includes: Norwegian, Japanese, German, French, Dutch, Korean, Croatian, Swedish, Greek)
3+ years of experience in software localization or linguistic QA on User Interface devices
Experience with industry standard development and automation tools (Stash, JIRA, Jenkins, XML, SQL, Git, etc.)
Familiar with Linux/Unix environments
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, dynamic work environment
Excellent communicator and very detail-oriented
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$88,000 - $162,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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