Hybrid Localization QA Lead – Drive Global Game QA

Company: SEGA Europe
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Location: London
Job Description:

About Sega

SEGA is one of the leading interactive entertainment companies in the world, with our European HQ based in West London and development studios spanning the UK and Bulgaria. Known for quality and creativity above all else, our studios include Sports Interactive, Two Point Studios, Hardlight and Creative Assembly.

At the heart of SEGA is our publishing team based in London, where we help the studios bring their creative vision to life. We drive the continued success and evolution of our Western business through living our company values of being product focused, embracing true partnerships and always having fun so that we can strive to come together as One SEGA.

Working Model

Hybrid (4 days in Studio per week)

Location

SEGA Europe, Chiswick Business Park, London

Role Summary

The Localisation QA Project Manager is responsible for delivering localisation QA testing on assigned projects, overseeing all phases of test to ensure timely, accurate, and high‑quality outcomes. The role coordinates internal teams and external vendors, ensuring titles meet SEGA’s quality standards and platform requirements, proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the Linguistic QA process for the assigned titles.
  • Support management with project financial assets, including POs, providing quotes, monitoring and tracking monthly costs, project amendments etc.
  • Create and update test plans, test cases and checklists. Coordinate test execution and ensure the required level of test coverage is attained in each test phase.
  • Bug and text database management. Ensure defect quality meets the required standard and ensure accurate documentation of the stats and coverage.
  • Identify and resolve critical project and product risks, escalating to the Head of LQA as necessary.
  • Monitoring test‑team output. Produce reports on the status of the project, alongside progress, risk and bug trackers to key stakeholders.
  • Plan and deliver Localisation Compliance checks ensuring that the assigned title is free from compliance issues.
  • Assist the Localisation Project Manager in the management of Voice Over / Audio related tasks, including Casting and Voice Over files checks, prior to implementation.
  • Support the Localisation Project Managers with ad‑hoc localisation tasks as required.
  • Complete post‑mortem reports for released projects, identifying challenges and proposing solutions to improve quality and efficiency.
  • Share knowledge and experience with new members to create more efficient workflows and upskilling opportunities.
  • Work closely with the Studios. Understand their development plans and needs to ensure effective test execution and support.
  • Support the deployment of testing and localisation tools, including AI prompt writing support.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in localisation, QA or project management.
  • Fluency in English; plus additional languages.
  • Experience with multimedia or game localisation.
  • Experience with localisation tools and platforms (e.g. memoQ, TestRail, JIRA), and familiarity with AI‑driven Localisation and LQA solutions.
  • Strong understanding of localisation QA methodologies, compliance standards, and platform requirements.
  • Excellent Project Management skills: ability to organise, delegate and prioritise tasks in a timely manner.
  • Experience tracking budgets, schedules and data effectively and accurately.
  • Experienced and enthusiastic team leader, capable of motivating, inspiring and getting the best out of the team they lead.
  • Clear, concise and professional communicator. Able to summarise key facts in written reports.
  • Good knowledge of first‑party Standards.
  • Passion for SEGA’s IPs and commitment to delivering world‑class localisation quality.
  • Adaptability and desire to improve processes and personal development.

Benefits

  • Gaming sessions in our lounge, regular gaming tournaments and free SEGA games on Steam.
  • Fresh fruit and cereal every day.
  • Discounted gym membership, ride‑to‑work scheme, workout area and bootcamps in the business park. Weekly yoga classes and in‑house massage therapy.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, income protection, private healthcare & dental insurance schemes and an enhanced contributory pension scheme. Competitive salaries and a bonus scheme.
  • Regular lunch & learn sessions, company updates at venues in Central London and Christmas parties.
  • Flexible working hours to ensure a life outside of the office.
  • We actively seek to diversify our team and bring more voices to the table. All applicants are welcome!

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Posted: May 26th, 2026