Vehicle Operations Specialist (Contract)

WeRide.ai • San Jose, CA

12d • $28 - $40

About The Position

WeRide is a smart mobility start-up whose mission is to transform mobility with autonomous driving. We are committed to build better transportation experience that’s safe, efficient, affordable and joyful. We have an elite team of entrepreneurs and technologists who share the same passion and pursue continuous excellence in their work. What you will do: 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.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience as an AV (Autonomous Vehicle) Safety Officer.
• Strong focus on safety first.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Commitment to significant time overseas (>25% in mid east and Europe) training new safety drivers.

Nice To Haves

• Proven record of success thriving in a team setting.
• Passion for vehicles and/or experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Expertise in vehicle technology.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees