Experienced Autonomous Driver Tester
About The Position
Thoroughly understand how our self-driving technology works. Stay on top of countless daily changes, both big and small. Safely operate test vehicles for up to 8 hours a day to evaluate and help improve our autonomous driving system. Consistently make exceptional judgment calls. Share detailed feedback on our technology and top priorities with engineers and managers. Be the voice of the company to self-driving enthusiasts and curious onlookers. Demonstrate work flexibility in a startup environment – responsibilities include regularly washing company vehicles, garage maintenance support, carrying things as needed, picking up co-workers (when on business trips), and any other non in vehicle task ad hoc task as needed. As a Data Collection Driver, you will: Drive test vehicles for 4–8 hours daily on predefined routes, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. Perform routine vehicle inspections to confirm roadworthiness and address any maintenance needs. Conduct basic software operations to support real-time data collection. Accurately document observations, issues, and anomalies encountered during test runs. Collaborate with engineers, providing valuable feedback to enhance system performance. Assist with vehicle logistics, maintenance coordination, and storage.
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Driving experience in a commercial field (e.g., Uber, Lyft, delivery, or similar).
- Clean/excellent driving record
- Pass a background, MVR check, and drug screen
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) or Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology is a plus, but not required.
- Basic familiarity with managing digital files or data storage systems is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Drive test vehicles for 4–8 hours daily on predefined routes, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections to confirm roadworthiness and address any maintenance needs.
- Conduct basic software operations to support real-time data collection.
- Accurately document observations, issues, and anomalies encountered during test runs.
- Collaborate with engineers, providing valuable feedback to enhance system performance.
- Assist with vehicle logistics, maintenance coordination, and storage.
- Regularly washing company vehicles
- Garage maintenance support
- Carrying things as needed
- Picking up co-workers (when on business trips)
- Any other non in vehicle task ad hoc task as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
