# Software Operations Specialist

**Company:** [Nuro](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/nuro)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** QA Engineering
**Salary:** $73k – $93k/yr
**Experience:** 1+ years
**Skills:** Qa Testing, Software Testing, Data Annotation, Bug Reproduction, 3D Tools, Mapping Software, Sensor Data, Ml Training Data, Robotics, Autonomy Workflows
**Posted:** 2026-05-06

> Performs quality control on data annotations and tests internal tools for robotics/autonomy software, reproducing bugs and documenting issues to improve reliability. Requires 1-3 years QA/testing experience, meticulous attention to detail, and remote async work capability.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities

### Quality Review of Data Annotation
- Review annotated datasets and labeling outputs for quality and consistency across robotics and autonomy workflows
- Apply defined QC criteria and rubrics to evaluate outputs as pass, fail, or needs review
- Document specific defect types per task — incorrect output, regression, edge-case failure, data inconsistency, tool behavior deviation
- Maintain a clean review log for every item assessed — no undocumented assessments

### Tool Testing & Bug Reproduction
- Test internal tools across standard workflows and exception scenarios as directed by the Operations Lead
- Reproduce reported bugs reliably and validate fixes with clear supporting documentation — steps, inputs, expected vs. actual behavior
- Confirm test parameters and scope before each cycle and flag discrepancies
- Track test coverage across tools, workflows, and edge cases

### Reporting
- Submit completed QC and testing logs on the agreed cadence
- Flag urgent or high-severity defects same-day — do not wait for the regular report
- Write clear, specific defect notes — exact descriptions of what failed, reproduction steps, and impact, not vague feedback

### Escalation & Process Improvement
- Escalate any case where the rubric or test plan is ambiguous or does not cover the scenario — do not guess
- Flag patterns you notice across multiple items — recurring defects, systemic issues, documentation gaps
- Help improve QC processes, testing methods, and internal documentation through structured feedback to the Operations Lead
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to communicate findings and support prioritization — all formal feedback routes through the Operations Lead

## Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in QA, software testing, operations, content review, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated ability to apply rubrics or evaluation criteria consistently across high volumes of work
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability — you catch things others miss and document them precisely
- Excellent written and verbal communication — defect notes are specific, clear, and actionable
- Comfortable learning new tools and working across technical systems
- Able to manage multiple tasks independently in a fast-paced, remote async environment
- Reliable and consistent — this role requires showing up to a regular cadence without prompting

## Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with mapping, 3D tools, or visual software
- Familiarity with U.S. roadways and driving behavior
- Experience reviewing outputs across multiple modalities — text, image, sensor data, video
- Exposure to robotics, autonomy, or ML training data production environments
- Bachelor's degree

## Compensation
- Base salary range: $72,660 - $92,720

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