LQA Analyst, Brazilian Portuguese

The role

You will test pre-release game content for linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and UI functionality. You will identify and log bugs, propose translations, and ensure consistency in grammar and terminology.

What you will do

• Execute test passes on localized builds to verify linguistic, functional, and visual accuracy
• Identify and log localization bugs using detailed, reproducible steps
• Ensure consistency in spelling, grammar, terminology, tone, variable usage, and cultural appropriateness
• Amend or propose edits and translations directly in text management systems
• Analyze reported issues to identify potential root causes and systemic risks
• Flag localization risks early in the development cycle
• Support glossary and style guide validation
• Follow documented test plans and contribute to test case creation
• Evaluate localization quality against first-party standards and branding requirements
• Review localization tickets or player reports to reproduce and escalate issues

Required qualifications

• Native level fluency in Brazilian Portuguese
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• 1–3 years of experience in QA (functional QA, localization QA, or related testing roles)
• Experience with game consoles, mobile platforms, or game development terminology
• Familiarity with first-party certification standards (Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft)
• Familiarity with QA and localization workflows, including bug logging and test execution
• Knowledge of JIRA, bug tracking platforms, or text management systems
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and version control platforms
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and organized, with a collaborative mindset
• Ability to work under deadlines, follow instructions, and ask questions when needed
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Nice to have

• Exposure to localization or CAT tools (e.g., Trados, MemoQ, XLOC)
• Experience working with or overseeing external QA partners or freelance reviewers
• ISTQB certification or equivalent QA accreditation
• Knowledge of regional age rating standards

About the company

2K Games is an international video game company founded in 2005 that edits titles developed by influential studios. The company publishes games in popular genres including sports, shooting, role-playing, action, strategy, casual, and family games.