Keywords Studios

Keywords Studios is a leading international provider of technical and creative services to the global video games industry. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dublin, the company has grown into a massive global network with over 70 studios in 26 countries, providing services such as localization, functional testing, art production, and player support for major AAA titles and indie developers. In Spain, Keywords Studios maintains a significant presence with major hubs in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as critical centers for Localization Quality Assurance (LQA) and multilingual player engagement. The company is a prime destination for international professionals and polyglots, frequently hiring native speakers of dozens of different languages for testing and translation roles, offering a multicultural environment where language specialists from around the world collaborate on high-profile global releases.

Dublin, Ireland Game Localization12000 employeesFounded 1998Madridwww.keywordsstudios.com

Company History

Founded in 1998 in Dublin, Ireland, Keywords Studios initially focused on localization services for the software and games industry. Over the last two decades, it has expanded globally through organic growth and strategic acquisitions to become the world's largest provider of outsourced video game services.

For International Professionals

High demand for native speakers of various languages (including Asian, European, and Middle Eastern languages) for Localization QA roles.
Maintains large, multicultural office hubs in both Madrid and Barcelona.
Offers a variety of contract types, including project-based, freelance, and permanent roles suitable for different relocation stages.
Provides a clear entry point into the gaming industry for international talent with linguistic or technical backgrounds.
Work environment is highly international, with English often serving as the primary internal communication language alongside native-language testing teams.