Data Annotation Specialist

Data Annotation Specialist

At Bot Auto, we are revolutionizing the transportation of goods with our cutting-edge autonomous trucks, enhancing the quality of life for communities around the globe. With the agility of a startup and the wisdom of seasoned experts, our team has achieved numerous world-firsts and unparalleled innovations. United by a shared vision, we create groundbreaking solutions that propel the future of transportation. Join us and transform your ideas into reality.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly meticulous and motivated Data Annotation Specialist to join our team. High-quality data is the lifeblood of our "Physical AI" and the foundation of our autonomous driving system. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, refining, and validating the ground-truth data that powers our perception and mapping stacks. You will work directly with our engineering teams to ensure our models are trained on high-fidelity, ground-truth data that meets our rigorous safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision 3D instance labeling, semantic segmentation, and bounding box annotation on multi-sensor data (LiDAR, Camera, Radar, etc.).
• Annotate and edit high-definition vectorized map elements, including lane geometries, traffic signals, and regulatory features.
• Examine and refine autolabeling results, identifying edge cases where automated systems may falter.
• Review auto-generated labels against strict pass/fail criteria to ensure only the highest quality data enters our training pipelines.
• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning and Mapping engineers to provide feedback on labeling guidelines and tool improvements.
• Assist in maintaining clear and concise labeling SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to ensure consistency across the data operations team.

Required Qualifications

• Extreme attention to detail.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Comfortable working with proprietary software tools and navigating 3D environments (Point Clouds/Bird's Eye View).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
• High degree of self-discipline and the ability to work independently while meeting rigorous quality and throughput targets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in data annotation for autonomous driving, robotics, or computer vision.
• Understanding of autonomous vehicle sensor modalities (LiDAR, Radar, Cameras).
• Experience with 3D labeling tools.
• Familiarity with HD maps.

Additional Information

• This position requires being onsite at our Houston, TX 5 days per week.
• Comprehensive benefits with the opportunity to work at the forefront of the autonomous trucking industry.