| Translator's name: | Pyron Obaga |
| Language pair: | English to Swahili translator |
| Country of residence: | Kenya |
| Activity: | Active since 2026 |
| Membership status: | Basic member |
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PYRON OBAGA Nairobi, Kenya | (+254) 741-300-613 | obagapyron@gmail.com Senior Linguistic Solutions Architect | English ↔ Swahili | Localization | LQA | Transcription PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Highly experienced Senior Linguistic Solutions Architect and Language Manager with over 7 years of professional experience delivering high-volume translation, localization, transcription, and language quality assurance projects across East Africa and global markets. Specialized in English ↔ Swahili (Kenyan & Tanzanian dialects) and English ↔ Ekegusii, with a proven track record of localizing 2.5+ million words across ICT, healthcare, legal, finance, media, and e-commerce sectors. Trusted by leading international organizations and technology companies including Google, Meta, Vivo, WHO, Netflix, FIFA, Johnson & Johnson, Amazon, and Uber. Recognized for linguistic precision, cultural adaptation, technical accuracy, and efficient project delivery under tight deadlines. CORE COMPETENCIES Translation & Localization (English ↔ Swahili / Ekegusii) Language Quality Assurance (LQA) Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE) Technical & Medical Translation Legal & Immigration Translation UI/UX & Mobile OS Localization Subtitling & Audiovisual Translation Verbatim & Intelligent Verbatim Transcription Terminology Management & Style Guides CAT Tools: SDL Trados, MemoQ, Memsource/Phrase, XTM, Smartcat PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Lead Technical Linguist & UX Specialist – Vivo Mobile 2023 – Present Localized 300,000+ words for Funtouch OS and OriginOS mobile ecosystems. Translated UI strings, user manuals, warranty documentation, and native app content. Conducted UX/UI linguistic testing to ensure character-fit and natural user experience. Senior ICT Localization Specialist – Google, Meta, Amazon, Spotify 2019 – Present Delivered 500,000+ words of localization for digital platforms and global technology products. Localized API documentation, platform updates, community standards, and marketing content. Adapted digital products for Kenyan and Tanzanian Swahili-speaking audiences. Specialist Medical Translator – WHO & Johnson & Johnson 2020 – 2024 Translated public health campaigns, COVID-19 guidelines, clinical summaries, and pharmaceutical materials. Ensured medical accuracy and compliance with regional linguistic standards. Produced culturally accessible healthcare content for East African communities. Legal Linguistic Expert – U.S. Department of Justice 2021 – Present Translated asylum statements, court transcripts, immigration documents, and refugee materials. Handled confidential legal data with strict adherence to privacy and NDA requirements. Supported immigration and humanitarian proceedings through accurate legal localization. Lead Audiovisual Linguist & Subtitler – Netflix 2022 – Present Created high-quality Swahili subtitles and time-coded transcriptions for documentaries and series. Maintained tone, pacing, and cultural nuance for East African audiences. Provided linguistic consultation on regional idioms and localization quality. Lead Transcription Specialist – Corporate & Legal Sector 2019 – Present Delivered verbatim and intelligent verbatim transcription for legal hearings, executive meetings, and focus groups. Achieved 99%+ accuracy through rigorous quality control and speaker verification. Managed multilingual transcription projects across legal, corporate, and research domains. EDUCATION Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) University of Nairobi, Kenya | 2017 – 2021 LANGUAGES English: Native/Bilingual Proficiency (ILR Level 5) Swahili: Native Proficiency (Kenyan & Tanzanian dialects) Ekegusii: Native Proficiency TECHNICAL TOOLS SDL Trados Studio MemoQ Memsource / Phrase XTM Smartcat Subtitle Edit Aegisub ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Daily Capacity: 4,500+ words translation | 60+ audio minutes transcription Availability: Full-time, remote, all time zones Payment Methods: PayPal, Payoneer, Western Union, Direct Bank Transfer | |
