Head of Localization
@ Kraken

Hybrid
$150,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 14 hours ago

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About Kraken

Building the Future of Crypto, Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. Join our world-class team to accelerate global crypto adoption and financial freedom for everyone.

The Role: Head of Localization

As the Head of Localization, you will establish and drive a unified localization strategy that ensures culturally relevant, high-quality experiences across 30+ languages. You will oversee technical stacks and vendor ecosystems and work closely with geo-expansion, growth, and brand teams to deliver consistent and scalable multilingual experiences.

The Opportunity

  • Develop and own Kraken’s global localization strategy.
  • Partner with Brand and geo-expansion teams for localized rollouts.
  • Oversee automation, vendor management, and AI integration.
  • Establish governance and best practices across functions.
  • Lead and mentor a diverse global localization team.

Skills You Should HODL

  • 7+ years leading localization at scale in fast-growing companies.
  • Expertise in localization platforms, automation, and vendor management.
  • Strong operational background with tech-driven process experience.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies, especially AI in localization.
  • Experience in crypto, fintech, or highly regulated industries.
  • Ability to build meaningful cross-functional partnerships.

Key Skills/Competency

  • globalization
  • localization
  • automation
  • vendor management
  • AI
  • crypto
  • fintech
  • strategy
  • cross-functional
  • leadership

Additional Information

This is a leadership role with company-wide scope, requiring a strong operational and technical background. Kraken is fully remote and values diversity and merit in its hiring process.

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How to Get Hired at Kraken

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Kraken's mission: Understand crypto values and culture.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight localization leadership and tech skills.
  • Showcase automation expertise: Detail vendor and AI experiences.
  • Prepare for cross-functional questions: Emphasize teamwork and global strategy.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review localization platforms and automation tools
Learn AI translation and QA software
Study vendor management best practices
Understand crypto technology and trends

Behavioral Questions

Describe managing diverse teams.
Explain cross-functional project coordination.
Discuss leading remote teams.
Share conflict resolution examples.

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