Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, transfer crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Map Operations Specialist to join Aurora’s Map Production team.
Members of the Map Production team are experts in Aurora’s mapping policies, processes, and tools. They are primarily responsible for expanding and maintaining the HD semantic maps using proprietary tools. This knowledge serves as the foundation for individuals to take on additional responsibilities in monitoring construction zones, addressing map issues, and handling ad hoc mapping projects.
In this role you will:
- Play a key role in developing and maintaining semantic maps for Aurora’s self-driving vehicles by annotating map features using proprietary software
- Demonstrate expertise in mapping tools, standard operating procedures, and annotation policies
- Complete daily map annotation tasks, map issue reviews, and other ad hoc tasks that are adjacently related to mapping
- Strive to meet weekly performance goals across multiple workflows
- Independently manage weekly deadlines and workload based on shifting priorities
- Collaborate cross-functionally to share tool feedback, process improvement ideas, and need for policy clarifications
- Contribute towards keeping internal documentation updated and accurate
- Work closely with engineering teams to communicate tool issues and follow standard protocols for escalating and documenting issues
- Exhibit desire to improve skills in writing, oral presentation, and reporting cross-functionally
- Mentor new team members by answering questions and leading shadow sessions
Required Qualifications
- 1-2+ years of professional work experience in a fast-paced tech environment
- Ability to work between Monday through Friday (9AM-5PM)
- Ability to accommodate a hybrid work environment - be in the office for a minimum of 3 days / week - Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (this may change in the future)
- Demonstrated ability to learn new policies and procedures quickly
- Self-starter with ability to own problems and work cross-functionally to find solutions
- Demonstrated spatial problem solving or critical thinking skills
- Investigative nature and strong troubleshooting skills
Desirable Qualifications
- 2+ years of professional work experience in mapping or data annotation
- Some experience working with mapping software (ie ArcGIS, ArcMap, QGIS) in a professional or academic setting
- Previous experience working on an Operations team at a tech or AV company
- Proficiency in G-Suite
- Proficiency with Jira or similar issue management tool
- Experience working in a collaborative environment with software engineering teams
- Experience working with Command Line Interface (CLI)
- Interest and aptitude for technology tools - web apps, computer games, or graphic design tools
The hourly range for this position is $27.00 - 35.25 Hourly. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.
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