About this role
IndustryTechnical / Data Infrastructure
Work ArrangementRemote
Job TypeFull-time
Work ScheduleStandard business hours with required overlap with US Pacific Time (PST)
Locations: LATAM: Mexico City (Mexico), Bogotá (Colombia), São Paulo (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Caracas (Venezuela), Honduras (Dominican Republic)Anywhere in LATAM
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About the CompanyOur client is a technology-driven company operating at the intersection of data, infrastructure, and machine learning. They build large-scale datasets that power advanced analytics and AI systems, helping organizations make better decisions using real-world visual and geospatial information. The company operates in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment where data quality and execution excellence are critical to customer success.
Role OverviewThe Infrastructure Analyst is responsible for analyzing roadway video and imagery to identify, classify, and document infrastructure conditions — including pavement distresses (cracks, potholes, rutting, raveling), road assets (signage, markings, barriers), and surface conditions. This role ensures accurate, consistent data delivery at scale.
This is an ideal role for civil engineering graduates who want to apply their technical knowledge of pavements, road construction, and infrastructure assessment in a technology-forward environment. You will define standards, resolve ambiguous edge cases, and act as the final quality authority for datasets.
The role works cross-functionally with Machine Learning and Customer Success teams while leading operational annotation teams. The ideal candidate is decisive, detail-oriented, and thrives in environments where speed, accuracy, and technical judgment must be carefully balanced.
Your ImpactDeliver high-quality, customer-ready roadway condition datasets that directly support machine learning performance and infrastructure decision-makingApply civil engineering knowledge to accurately identify and classify pavement distresses and road defectsReduce ambiguity and improve data consistency across large-scale infrastructure assessmentsHelp scale data operations while maintaining strict quality standardsEnable faster iteration on ML models and stronger customer satisfaction through accurate ground-truth data
Core ResponsibilitiesRoadway Analysis & Data Creation – 40%
Analyze roadway video and imagery to identify pavement distresses: cracking (alligator, longitudinal, transverse, block), potholes, rutting, raveling, patching, and other surface defectsClassify infrastructure assets including signage, road markings, guardrails, drainage features, and barriersApply pavement condition assessment methodologies to ensure consistent, accurate classificationOwn the full data creation lifecycle from video preprocessing through tagging, QA, and final deliveryQuality & Standards – 25%
Define, document, and continuously refine classification standards for roadway conditions and assetsBuild and maintain QA frameworks that ensure repeatable, high-quality outputAct as the final decision-maker on ambiguous classifications and edge casesIdentify recurring quality issues and implement corrective processesTeam Leadership – 20%
Lead and manage annotation and review teams to meet quality and delivery targetsTrain team members on pavement distress identification and classification standardsSet performance benchmarks and provide clear feedback to maintain consistencyScale output while preserving quality standardsCross-Functional Collaboration – 10%
Partner closely with Machine Learning teams to align datasets with real-world infrastructure requirementsWork with Customer Success teams to ensure timely and accurate dataset deliveryTranslate customer needs (transportation agencies, municipalities) into clear internal execution standardsProcess Improvement – 5%
Identify opportunities to automate or streamline tagging, QA, and review workflowsBuild systems and processes that support growing dataset volume and complexityRequirements
Must-Haves (Required)Civil Engineering degree or related field (Transportation Engineering, Construction Management, or similar)Knowledge of pavement types, road construction methods, and infrastructure assessment principlesUnderstanding of pavement distress types and classification (cracks, potholes, surface deterioration)Strong attention to detail and ability to make consistent, judgment-based classificationsExcellent written and verbal English communication skillsAbility to work independently and take ownership of data quality outcomesStrong Preferences
Experience with pavement condition assessment, road inspections, or infrastructure surveysCoursework or practical experience in pavement engineering, highway design, or transportation infrastructureExperience with GIS, geospatial data, or mapping toolsFamiliarity with pavement management systems (PMS) or asset management methodologiesPrevious experience in data annotation, quality assurance, or technical review processesNice-to-Haves (Preferred)Experience leading or managing operational teams (annotators, reviewers, or QA)Experience collaborating with technical stakeholders or engineering teamsKnowledge of machine learning data labeling conceptsProject management experience
Tools ProficiencyMust-Haves (Required)Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)Spreadsheet tools (Google Sheets or Excel)Comfortable learning new software platformsNice-to-Haves (Preferred)GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth)Annotation or labeling platformsProject management tools (Asana, Monday, Jira)Data QA or review toolsBenefits
Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide
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