French Translator - Localization team

To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world. Our printers are used by Google, Tesla, Gillette, and New Balance, just to name a few.

Founded in Boston in 2011, and reaching unicorn status in 2018, Formlabs is nowvalued at 2Bn dollars and is one of the leading 3D printer manufacturers in the world. We opened our Budapest office to establish key Engineering and Business teams in the region. With a dynamically-growing team of 100+ dedicated people, we're building a company so diverse that we can tackle any challenge.

As an in-house French Translator, you will take care of translating English marketing and technical support content to French for a wide range of audiences that include engineering, manufacturing, dental, medical, jewelry, and education. You will also contribute to various marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing our local presence in France and increasing the awareness of the Formlabs brand.

Join the Localization Team @ Formlabs as an in-house French Translator if you want to play a key role in how our content explains the value of our products and empower us to reach potential customers in a dynamic, global market space.

The Job:

• Translate English marketing materials, product UIs, technical support documents, and manufacturing content into French
• Revise, proofread, and post-edit translated documents to ensure high quality and accuracy
• Provide feedback to localization management and content writers to enhance source content and improve workflows
• Become proficient with our CAT tool to maintain the highest standards of quality and consistency in French translationsManage and update Formlabs' French termbase and translation memory
• Take ownership of our localized video content strategy in French, including advanced subtitling, voice-over creation or editing, and the refinement of AI-generated video content
• Research specialized terminology and phraseology to ensure precise and accurate translations
• Contribute to marketing campaigns and content promotion by crafting compelling marketing copy in French as needed

You:

• Language Expertise: Native-level French proficiency (C2) with impeccable grammar and exceptional English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Professional Experience: At least 2 years of experience in translation (freelance, agency, or in-house) and editing
• Marketing Acumen: Understanding of marketing communication style, tone, and brand strategy
• Technical Know-How: Familiarity with CAT tools (e.g., memoQ, XTM, Trados, Memsource) and experience translating technical, scientific, medical, or commercial content
• Publication Experience: Demonstrated experience translating relevant materials such as marketing, technical/scientific, dental and medical, commercial, and promotional content
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to clearly and concisely convey complex technical and non-technical concepts
• Independence and Drive: Capable of meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality output
• Passion for Language: A deep interest in translation, linguistics, terminology, or related fields

Bonus Skills:

• Passion for 3D printing and emerging technologies
• Experience in a fast-growing startup environment
• Experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Hands-on experience or knowledge of manufacturing tools like 3D Printers CAD/CAM solutions

We Offer:

• Catered lunch at the office 3 days per week
• Private health insurance with Medicare (Blue package + hospital coverage)
• A monthly or quarterly public transportation pass for Budapest
• Free beverages and snacks at the office
• All You Can Move sports pass with 7000 HUF monthly allowance
• Free 3D prints
• An inclusive, dog-friendly office with diverse and inspiring colleagues
• Development opportunities both in-house and off-site

We build amazing things. Come join us!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.