Job Description

Highway Autonomous Systems Validation Driver

Step into a role where every mile matters. Your workday begins by meeting your co-driver, reviewing a pre-planned highway route around Newark, CA, and preparing an advanced test vehicle to exercise its assisted and autonomous capabilities under real-world conditions. You will keep a sharp eye on system behavior, capture edge-case data, and document every observation to help our engineers refine the technology.

Location, Pay & Terms

• Location: Newark, CA
• Pay: $23.25/hour
• Contract: 6 months with potential extension

Schedule

40 hours/week allocated across two dedicated shifts (each driver works one shift with 2 days off per week ):

• Mon–Sun, 4:00am–12:00pm (early shift)
• Mon–Sun, 4:00pm–12:00am (late shift)

What a Typical Shift Looks Like

1. Pre-drive readiness: Confirm vehicle health and safety status; coordinate with workshop staff if maintenance is needed.
2. System setup: Initiate and monitor vehicle logging equipment; prepare data collection media and annotation tools.
3. Highway operations: Drive assigned highway loops with a co-driver, continuously monitoring ADAS/autonomous behavior and adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety protocols.
4. Edge-case capture: Tag and annotate notable scenarios; ensure data is properly logged and handled, including physical data disks.
5. Troubleshooting: Identify, document, and report any bugs, malfunctions, or environmental issues; collaborate with cross-functional partners to address them.
6. Test execution: Follow predefined test plans to evaluate system capabilities and limitations.
7. Documentation & reporting: Record procedures, results, and observations; produce clear, detailed summaries and recommendations.
8. Collaboration: Provide actionable feedback to engineers, developers, and researchers to improve system performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional driving experience, including extensive highway driving in the Newark, CA area.
• Successful completion of internal operator training program.
• Proficiency with personal computers and productivity software (MS Office).
• Must be in good health, able to maintain vigilance and focus for two-hour uninterrupted blocks. Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate required throughout employment.
• Excellent driving skills with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Thorough understanding of local traffic laws and safety practices.
• Experience in testing or operating autonomous vehicles highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting technical issues.
• Detail-oriented, capable of collecting and analyzing data accurately.
• Proficient verbal and written English skills for effective reporting and collaboration.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with strong self-motivation and accountability.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing project priorities and requirements.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required for testing.
• High school diploma or equivalent (additional technical education or certification a plus).

Preferred Skills

• ADAS Vehicle Testing
• Autonomous Vehicle Test Driving

Compliance & Notices

Note: A valid California driver’s license, drug test, and motor vehicle record check are required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

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