Maps Quality Tester- English (Austin)

Welo Global; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize is seeking a Maps Quality Tester with GIS or maps experience to join a leading consumer technology company. This full-time 12-month contract role is remote, based in Austin, TX, with a 10:00 AM–7:00 PM CST shift and pay rate of $23 per hour.

The tester will collaborate with the development team to deliver high-quality map applications across global target markets. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, analyzes complex data, and reports findings concisely.

Qualifications

• Proficient in using iOS and macOS (desirable).
• Working knowledge of maps and web-based mapping products.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Experience working with data and spreadsheets.
• Familiarity with using mobile devices for driving navigation (e.g. Apple Maps, Google Maps).
• Creative thinker and able to understand the product from the user''s perspective.
• Organised and autonomous, able to work remotely without direct supervision.
• Ability to explain technical details in clear, concise reports.
• Austin-based location preferred (home-based in Austin).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the development team to ensure high-quality map applications.
• Distill complex matters into clean, understandable reports for stakeholders.
• Communicate findings clearly and effectively to project teams.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and deliver results.

Skills

iOS knowledge

MacOS knowledge

Maps & maps tech

English proficiency

Data & spreadsheets

User perspective

Remote work

Technical reporting

Mobile navigation familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography/Cartography or related field

Tools

Apple Maps

Google Maps

Job description

Maps Quality Tester

Welocalize is seeking a Maps Quality Tester with a background in GIS or previous maps experience. In this exciting role, you will be working at a leading consumer technology company as a contributor to the finished products released in target markets across the globe.

The ideal candidate is a brilliant problem solver, quick study, self-starter, and excellent communicator with a passion for shipping quality products. The ability to think on your feet and to deliver results in a fast-paced environment is a must.

If you’re an avid cyclist who tracks your performance across different routes, that is considered relevant experience and a strong plus!

Our testers will work closely with the development team to ensure the client organization ships the highest quality application. The candidate should possess the ability to quickly grasp and distill highly complex matters into clean, understandable reports. The candidate must also be an effective diplomat with strong communication and organizational skills, who is willing to prove him or herself within a company of talented individuals.

Project Details

Location:Austin(Texas)

WorkType:Remote

ShiftTimings:10:00AM-7:00PM(CST)

Type:FullTime(12monthsContractwithpossibleextension)

PayRate:$23/hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in using iOS and MacOS (desirable)
• Working knowledge of maps and web-based mapping products
• Good written and spoken English
• Experience working with data and spreadsheets
• Familiarity with using mobile devices for driving navigation e.g. Apple Maps, Google Maps
• Creative thinker and able to understand the product from the user's perspective
• Organised and self-sufficient, able to work remotely without direct supervision
• Ability to explain technical details in clear and concise reports
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred (Geography, Cartography, or related field preferred)
• Austin-based (but you\'ll be working from home in Austin)

Job reference: #L1-CC1