Arabic Localization Manager

🇶🇦 Doha, Qatar

Full-time

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About the company

We are Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), the leading insurance provider in GCC. With a history dating back to 1964, we have established ourselves as a pioneer in the insurance industry, offering innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of individuals and businesses.

Our vision is to make QIC group become the first Digital Ecosystem in the region by combining insurance and non-insurance services in one platform. Through our digital platforms, such as qic.online and the QIC app (Qatar Digital), we empower customers to manage their needs anytime and anywhere.

Our employees have been featured in Forbes 30 under 30, teach at online universities, serve on program committees of major IT conferences, and have previously worked at Yandex, Tinkoff, Avito, Ozon, and other leading tech companies.

About the position

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Arabic Localization Manager to join our team and drive the quality of our Arabic-language experience. This person will play a key role in applying the best localization practices to ensure our product speaks naturally and authentically to users in Qatar.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders (Product, Content Designers, Software engineers) to launch a successfully localized product that aligns with users' expectations
Develop a localization strategy to transition from Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) towards colloquial Arabic with elements of Qatari Arabic, balancing user experience, brand voice, and product consistency
Put this strategy into practice by reviewing and rewriting Arabic content across the product
Translate and adapt UI copy from English into Arabic, ensuring linguistic, cultural, and contextual accuracy
Optimize localization workflows by leveraging technology to make translation production simpler, more repeatable, and more transparent
Develop, maintain, and advocate for Arabic Tone of Voice guidelines and language standards across all product areas
Conduct linguistic and functional research of localized content within digital systems

Requirements

Native Arabic speaker with a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Arabic Language, Linguistics, Translation, or a related field
Advanced English (spoken and written)
Strong understanding of Qatari cultural nuances, language-specific challenges, and regulatory requirements in different markets
2+ years of experience in product localization, content editing, localization management, or a similar role
Advanced Lokalise user or any similar translation management platform
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously

We offer

The role is based in Doha, Qatar, but you can also work on a remote / hybrid basis
We are diverse — our digital nomads work remotely from 20+ different countries and from our office in Doha, Qatar
Payment in USD or QAR depending on where you are working from
Full-time, work schedule: 5 days per week, Sunday to Thursday
Vacation policy: Qatar Holiday Calendar, 20 workdays of vacation, and 10 sick-day-offs
Performance reviews are conducted twice a year, with the possibility of a raise in March and September
Opportunity to apply for a Qatar ID and relocation to Doha, Qatar, if you are abroad

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Benefits

Global health insurance

Comprehensive health coverage accessible worldwide.

Individual English language classes

Personalized English lessons to enhance language skills for professional growth.

Arabic language classes

Tailored Arabic lessons to support cultural integration.

Corporate 70% discount on Yasno

Affordable access to mental health services with a generous corporate discount.

Consultation on tax policies

Expert guidance on tax policies to optimize financial planning.

Reimbursement for necessary tools

Financial support for professional development and essential resources.

QIC running club on Strava

Join our Strava club with coaching and marathon support for fitness enthusiasts.

Vacation time and paid sick leave

Generous paid time off and sick leave to support well-being.

Salary in USD, EUR, or AED

Flexible salary options for global convenience.

Technologies we work with

We are open to working with new stacks and technologies that can help us build the best solutions on the market

Pinia

Nuxt 3

Storybook

Sentry

Golang

PostgreSQL

Kafka

gRPC

Camunda

Redis

Docker/
Kubernetes

Prometheus/
Grafana

Pinia

Sass

Vitest

Prettier

Strapi

Vite

Sentry

Nx

Typescript

Eslint

Prettier

Docker/
Kubernetes

Storybook

Prometheus/
Grafana

Redis

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We’re always on the lookout for talented, driven individuals ready to make a difference. If you don’t see a position that fits your expertise or career aspirations, don’t worry—we’d still love to hear from you! We thrive on innovation, collaboration, and bold ideas, and we believe great talent often creates its own opportunities. Whether you’re a creative thinker, a tech wizard, or a strategic mastermind, this is your chance to shape the future with us.

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