Turnitin, LLC

Tech / AI / Software

SeniorLocalizationProductProgramManager

$112–187k chicago, illinois, united states; United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Localization Product Program Manager at Turnitin, LLC. Skills: Localization Program Strategy & Execution, Global User Experience & Quality, Language Asset Governance, Operational & Vendor Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvement. Define, develop, and execute Turnitin’s end-to-end localization strategy in alignment with company objectives.. Manage project planning cycles, define processes, coordinate stakeholders, and oversee localization workflows from initiation to”

Industry & Context.

Tech / AI / Software
Problems you'll solve

effectively identifies and closes product or program operational gaps with minimal support; Resourcefulness: Creates and advances ways of achieving results in new or difficult situations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

8+ years of related experience in program, project management, and/or localization., Demonstrated experience in crafting localization strategy and leading cross-functional initiatives to launch successful localized products., Experience collaborating with and managing localization and linguistics vendors to ensure high-quality delivery., Mastery of Translation Management Systems (TMS), Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, machine translation, and content management systems., Mastery of at least one product line or program AND multiple product functions (e. g. , quality, communication, operations). operational, organizational, and project management abilities, including experience building and scaling processes from the ground up, and navigating ambiguity and dependencies in an agile environment., Exceptional oral and written communication skills in ability to influence stakeholders and present plans to diverse audiences., Experience working in a highly cross-functional setting, driving results across various teams and time zones.

Nice to Have

Thorough understanding of internationalization (i18n) and globalization (g11n) concepts and standards such as Unicode and CLDR., Demonstrated experience applying AI tools, machine translation (NMT), or LLMs to improve localization workflows., Familiarity with Agile development workflows, including Scrum or Kanban., Experience with localization programs or project management with educational institutions and/or in the EdTech industry., Master’s degree in Localization, Linguistics, International Studies, Computer Science, or related field.

What You'll Do.

and execute Turnitin’s end-to-end localization strategy in alignment with company objectives.

Manage project planning cycles

coordinate stakeholders

and oversee localization workflows from initiation to launch

all while minimizing risks and blockers.

Establish and ensure high-quality localization standards

linguistic validation

Update and maintain documentation for product or program developments.

Build and scale key asset usage including glossaries

and AI-ready datasets to support consistent

inclusive brand experiences.

Identify and close product or program operational gaps with minimal support.

Oversee vendor evaluations

ensure accurate budget tracking

and manage third-party localization vendor quality.

Organize and facilitate data-driven change management.

Serve as a change agent centered on consultation around process and continuous improvement

optimizing workflows from initiation through post-launch.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and UX teams to establish and execute localization strategies, optimize workflows, and maintain exceptional quality standards across all Turnitin offerings.; Collaborate across Product and other teams to improve product quality and operations.; Collaborate across Product and other teams (including technology, marketing, and UX) to organize and facilitate data-driven change management.; Experience working in a highly cross-functional setting, driving results across various teams and time zones.; Effectively communicates and cooperates to achieve networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise

Communication Scope

Exceptional oral and written communication skills; ability to influence stakeholders; present plans to diverse audiences

Process & Methodology

program management, project management, manage multiple product and program roadmaps with minimal supervision, project planning cycles, building and scaling processes from the ground up, navigating ambiguity and dependencies in an agile environment

Full Job Description

When you join Turnitin, you'll be welcomed into a company that is a recognized innovator in the global education space. For more than 25 years, Turnitin has partnered with educational institutions to promote honesty, consistency, and fairness across all subject areas and assessment types. Turnitin products are used by educational institutions and certification and licensing programs to uphold integrity and increase learning performance, and by students and professionals to do their best, original work. Experience a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in a way that best suits you, supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our diverse community of colleagues are all unified by a shared desire to make a difference in education. Turnitin is a global organization with team members in over 35 countries including the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, India, and the Philippines. We are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Product Program Manager, Localization to support Turnitin's global expansion. You will be responsible for transforming our localization program into a comprehensive strategic approach, ensuring our products, content, and experiences are seamlessly localized and culturally relevant for our international users. You will manage multiple product and program roadmaps with minimal supervision. You will collaborate closely with product, engineering, and UX teams to establish and execute localization strategies, optimize workflows, and maintain exceptional quality standards across all Turnitin offerings. You will collaborate across Product and other teams to improve product quality and operations. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the user experience for millions globally, enabling them to engage with our products in a way that feels inherently local. The ideal candidate is an adaptable, data-driven self-starter who effectively identifies and c

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