Localization Technical Partner (24-month Fixed Term)
Company: The Pok--mon Company International
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 9, 2024
Job Description:
Get to know The Pok--mon Company International
The information below covers the role requirements, expected
candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
The Pok--mon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pok--mon
Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is
responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the
Pok--mon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home
entertainment, and the official Pok--mon website. Pok--mon was
launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular
children's entertainment properties in the world.
Learn more online at Pokemon.com and on Facebook
(facebook.com/pokemon), YouTube (youtube.com/pokemon), Twitter
(twitter.com/pokemon), and Instagram (instagram.com/pokemon).
Get to know the role
- Job Title: Localization Technical Partner
- Job Summary: This role works on the internal services that
support the product development and marketing activities of the
company. Day-to-day tasks include diverse range of responsibilities
such as digital production, asset management and in-company
general/technical support, all of which are related to the
company's video game products.
- FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
- People Manager: No
What you'll do
- Support teams on video game projects by preparing hardware and
software in a timely manner, ensuring secured environment,
instructing team members how to play as necessary.
- Identify, research, and resolve complex technical
problems.
- Coordinate with other teams or specialists to resolve technical
problems.
- Document, track, and monitor the problem using applicable
systems and tools.
- Manage video game hardware and software assets.
- Participate in on-site support rotation.
- Provide game screens and footage capturing for various internal
stakeholders including Localization and Marketing Teams upon
business needs.
- Create/prepare distribution data and communicate with related
entities accordingly internally and externally to ensure
smooth/on-time delivery. - - - - - - - - -
What you'll bring
- Three (3) to four (4) years of related experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated
equivalent level of applicable experience required.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information in a
professional manner.
- Ability to work under pressure, with tight deadlines and
shifting schedules.
- Technical knowledge of PCs, network technology, Nintendo
hardware, Mobile devices etc.
- Advanced computer skills: ability to work with task automation
scripts/macros, troubleshoot PC software/hardware/networking
issues, etc. would be a plus.
- Comfort with troubleshooting new software and the ability to
learn specialized technical programs.
- Experience working in IT Operations including knowledge of
common, tools, methods, and techniques is a strong plus, but not
required.
- Experience with video games (developing, playing, and/or
translating).
- Strong knowledge of Pok--mon franchise a plus.
- Self-starter, with strong organizational skills.
- Japanese language skill is a plus, but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
How you'll be successful
- Passion for Pok--mon: Develops an understanding of the Pok--mon
brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans,
and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to
everything you do.
- Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity
and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an
opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve
complex problems and identify unique opportunities. -
- Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by
leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different
perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions,
actions, and results.
- Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote
high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and
embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in
an effort to continuously improve. -
- Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships,
adopting a "team first" mentality and working collaboratively to
solve problems and meet shared goals. -
- Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and
needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and
important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a
unique Pok--mon experience.
What to expect
- An employee first culture
- Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pok--mon
- Competitive cash-based compensation programs
- Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start
between $74,000.00 - $87,400.00. The full range is -$74,000.00 -
$111,000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where
the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly
related to each candidates' qualifications and professional
experience uniquely.
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you
- Generous paid family leave
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid long and short-term income protection
insurance
- US Employees: 401k Employer Matching
- UK/IRE Employees: Pension Employer Contributions
- Fitness reimbursement
- Commuter benefit
- LinkedIn learning
- Comprehensive relocation package
- Hybrid work environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be
required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities
from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom,
candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some
roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in
Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live
and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome
applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an
employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable
cases.
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