Autonomous Driving Testing Driver | On Site Munich

Autobrains is seeking a professional and experienced Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator to join our Systems Engineering team in Munich. In this pivotal role, you will lead daily on-road testing operations and collaborate closely with our R&D teams to advance our self-driving technology. More than just driving, you will actively contribute to vehicle builds, system troubleshooting, and fleet operations in a fast-paced, international environment. If you thrive on solving complex technical challenges and shaping the future of mobility, this high-impact role is for you.

Autobrains is a leading AI company in the automated driving space, backed by leading strategic and financial investors. Autobrains’ AI technology enables to close the left gaps towards safe and affordable autonomous driving. The company has over 150 employees and is currently in a hyper-growth stage to support its commercial and strategic activities.

The salary range for this position is €35,000–€40,000 per year (gross), depending on experience and qualifications.

• Safety Leadership: Serve as the primary safeguard during road tests, actively mitigating risks to ensure the safety of in-vehicle participants, the vehicle, and surrounding road users.
• Vehicle & System Operation: Safely operate autonomous test vehicles in designated operational areas for engineering tests, validation runs, and client/exec demonstrations.
• Technical System Management: Manage the end-to-end operation of onboard autonomous systems, including computing hardware, sensors, software execution, and data logging toolchains.
• Engineering Feedback & Reporting: Generate concise daily test logs and detailed feedback for R&D engineering teams, clearly documenting system observations, edge cases, and issues to accelerate development.
• System Mastery & Input: Develop a deep architectural understanding of the self-driving system to contribute meaningful insights, architectural feedback, and actionable feature improvements.
• Fleet Inspection & Readiness: Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to verify mechanical safety, hardware integrity, and system readiness prior to mission deployment.

Core Qualifications

• Language Skills: Excellent written and spoken English (primary working language). German proficiency at B1 level or higher.
• Driving Credentials: Valid German driver’s license with a clean driving record and a minimum of 4 years of active driving experience.
• Driving Passion: Strong enthusiasm for driving, with the comfort and stamina to operate a vehicle for full working days.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong computer literacy with basic troubleshooting skills (e.g., resolving connectivity, network, and power issues).
• Communication & Leadership: Clear, professional written communication (email/chat) with a self-motivated, proactive, and independent working style.
• Work Authorization: Valid work permit for Germany.

Location & Flexibility

• Base Location: Based in or near Munich (daily operations originate from the Munich office).
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible shifts (day, night, and occasional weekends as needed).
• Travel: Willingness to travel across Europe (up to 25% travel).

Nice to Have (Bonus Skills)

• AV / ADAS Testing Experience: Prior experience in vehicle software testing, particularly with self-driving systems, sensor data collection, or autonomous fleet testing.
• Advanced Driving Certification: Completion of high-performance or advanced driving modules (e.g., BMW B1, Mercedes T1, Porsche, or equivalent).
• Autonomous & Robotics Software: Hands-on experience with Linux environments, ROS, or Foxglove.
• Electrical & Systems: Practical experience with low-voltage wiring, harness integration, or system installations.
• Automotive Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with general vehicle mechanics and EV systems.