Field Testing Specialist

Location

Mapbox Germany

Full time

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Mapbox is the leading real-time location platform for a new generation of location-aware businesses. Mapbox is the only platform that equips organizations with the full set of tools to power the navigation of people, packages, and vehicles everywhere. More than 4 million registered developers have chosen Mapbox because of the platform’s flexibility, security and privacy compliance. Organizations use Mapbox applications, data, SDKs and APIs to create customized and immersive experiences that delight their customers.

The Driver Operations team conducts weekly in-vehicle testing to support cross-functional development and validation efforts. Each week, we build a prioritized test plan based on incoming requests, delivery timelines, and business needs. We execute against this plan with tight coordination and clear, real-time communication to ensure test objectives are met and actionable feedback is delivered efficiently. We are constantly behind the wheel, executing test cycles, supporting special R&D activations, and representing the team in high-visibility initiatives for both internal and external stakeholders.

As a Field Testing Specialist, you’ll be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing in-vehicle testing across global regions to support product development, executive demos, and field validation. You’ll work closely with engineering, product, and program teams to intake testing requests, clarify requirements, and translate them into actionable test plans. You’ll manage driver resources, both internal and external, to ensure testing is executed accurately and on schedule, while also contributing hands‑on support.

Success in this role requires a strong foundation in automotive test coordination, with the ability to troubleshoot both hardware and software systems and a solid understanding of vehicle electronics, navigation, and mapping technologies. We're looking for someone genuinely excited about in-vehicle testing, energized by real-world environments, and eager to test complex systems on the road. You should be comfortable working hands‑on, whether behind the wheel or alongside drivers, and skilled at connecting field execution with internal teams to surface issues, ensure alignment, and drive continuous improvement.

Experience in advanced development environments within OEMs is a plus, as are sharp observational skills and a passion for delivering quality.

In this role, you will:

• Intake and synthesize testing requests from cross-functional teams
• Convert requirements to reliable and detailed test cases
• Define and prioritize weekly test plans based on scope, urgency, and resource availability
• Coordinate global test execution across internal drivers and third‑party partners
• Perform in-vehicle drive testing to support quality testing, demo execution, product releases, and ad hoc business needs
• Assist in the management of Mapbox's domestic and international testing fleet
• Surface bugs, blockers, or feature insights through structured feedback
• Contribute to the tracking and reporting of testing metrics
• Develop deep functional knowledge of Mapbox products through hands‑on testing
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with stakeholders throughout the test lifecycle

• 5+ years of experience – Automotive testing coordination or other relevant testing experience with an automotive focus
• Technical fluency – Comfortable working with both hardware and software in test environments; able to independently troubleshoot, configure, and log issues in-vehicle
• Familiarity with automotive systems – Understanding of typical in-car navigation architectures, CAN, ADAS, sensor inputs, and mapping technologies
• Experience with command-line tools – Proficient using command prompt (Terminal), including tools like ADB (Android Debug Bridge), for device communication and diagnostics
• Hands‑on problem solving – Proactive and resourceful when diagnosing issues with mobile devices, vehicle interfaces, or other proprietary testing hardware
• Safety‑focused driver – Demonstrates safe driving…