Safety Driver - Full Time/Contract

Our Operations Team is at the core of autonomous vehicle testing, ensuring every mile driven meets the highest safety standards. We work closely with engineers and QA teams to bring cutting -edge technology safely to the real world. It's a fast -paced, mission -driven environment where precision and responsibility matter.

About the Role

We are looking for attentive and detail -oriented drivers to join our team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver contractors. In this role, you will be at the forefront of autonomous vehicle testing, contributing to the advancement of cutting -edge technology while ensuring the highest safety standards. This position is a great opportunity for those with excellent driving skills, a passion for innovation, and an ability to act swiftly and safely in potentially adverse driving situations.

What You'll Do

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors.
  
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights.
  
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in -field testing to ensure operational safety.
  
• Prepare vehicles daily for in -field operations, including safety checks and system readiness.
  
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
  
• Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events.
  
• Be alert and distraction free while in vehicles.
  

Requirements

What You'll Need

• Experience as an autonomous vehicle operator, experience driving for an app -based company (Lyft, DoorDash, etc.), or a combination of professional driving experience and IT/technical experience
  
• If you have an Uber Driver account, it must be in good standing (no deactivations or unresolved issues)
  
• A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
  
• Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol -related offenses within the last 5 years
  
• Able to anticipate hazardous situations and act quickly and safely, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others when operating a motor vehicle
  
• Have a thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
  
• Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
  
• A willingness to work in various weather and comfortable driving on different types of roads
  
• Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility
  

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
  
• Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
  
• Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Pre -tax commuter benefits
  
• Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
  
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare -related costs
  
• Short and long -term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
  
• 401k package