Freelance Localization Tester - German
Kayak · Remote (Location - Germany) · Cost Centers
About this role
Kayak is hiring a junior-level QA Engineer in the software engineering function as a remote position. The posting calls out experience with Jira, Testing, Selenium.
- Role
- QA Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- junior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Part-time
- Location
- Remote (Location - Germany)
- Work mode
- Remote
- Department
- Cost Centers
- Posted
- Jul 13, 2026
Job description
from Kayak careersDo you have a strong passion for travel, language, and quality?
We are looking for a freelance German Localization Tester to help ensure our products and content, primarily for KAYAK, feel accurate, natural, and culturally relevant for local audiences. You will review localized experiences, identify linguistic and functional issues, and provide feedback that helps improve the traveler experience.
Join our global localization team and help travelers discover, book, and enjoy the world’s most exciting destinations.
In this role you will:
Test new features on our website and app
Perform regular sanity-check testing rounds across our website and app
Follow our style guides and glossary
Conduct LQA and functionality checks
Identify, document, and report localization issues and functional bugs
Required Skills
Native-level proficiency in German required
Strong verbal and written command of English
Proven experience in website and/or app testing, with the ability to spot localization issues and functionality bugs
Familiarity with Jira and bug-filing workflows
Background in LQA and/or localization testing
Relevant academic or professional background in testing, translation, linguistics, or a related field
Quick learner who is comfortable adopting new tools and technologies in a fast-moving industry
Versatile multitasker who can manage workflows, information, and processes across different project types