Driver And Software Tester Autonomous Vehicle L5

 

Come work for one of the most innovative companies on the market. Recently acquired by Amazon - the hiring company for this role is establishing Autonomous Vehicles throughout the country.  This is your chance to be part of the future, don't miss it and apply now!
Please note: This is a technical position where experience working with and troubleshooting complex technical systems is required (more details below).

Location: Tracy, CA

Expected pay rate: $34.00 per hour with ample overtime opportunity

Schedule: Currently only overnight Shift is available: Monday - Friday 11:00pm - 7:30am (overnight)

Assignment length: Indefinite Contract (no end date)
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position. It will be available to candidates who are able to travel to Atwater, CA.
About:

JH Careers is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company hire a Level 5 Vehicle Operator to test and validate the hardware and Software deployed on the company’s Autonomous Vehicle, which will go into production in the very near future. This is an ongoing contract position with full benefits.
In this role, you’ll operate the L5 vehicle, supporting vehicle readiness, complete software and hardware tests, and, when needed, represent the company as an ambassador to the public—all while upholding the highest safety standards.
You’ll also assist and interact with multiple teams across the company, including computer vision, infrastructure, sound design, strategy, vehicle engineering, and ride operations. Working for the company  will give you the opportunity to learn the Level 5 autonomous platform and how the system works as a whole. You will have a front row seat to the operational complexities of realizing autonomous mobility, while being a key component of contributing to the future of the company and the industry as a whole.
We’re looking for operators who are disciplined, team players, and believe in doing whatever it takes to accomplish the mission. They should be motivated and driven individuals, with excellent problem solving and communication skills. Candidates will support operations across multiple locations in the Bay Area, with opportunities to support testing and validation at test sites outside of California.
You’ll be responsible for software deployment, vehicle preparation, test execution, and troubleshooting issues before, during, and after testing. Operations will include data acquisition and annotation, ensuring test equipment readiness, and setting up the tests as directed by the test coordinator.
As a Level 5 Vehicle Operator, you will:

• Operate and complete test missions on the L5 Autonomous Vehicle platform.
• Maintain a high level of safety awareness at all times, providing input to improve processes.
• Flexibility for day, night, and/or weekend work, with as much advance notice as possible
• Support the Software team in the execution of key software operation tasks.
• Support missions through a wide variety of roles, in and out of vehicles.
• Assist with documentation and metrics capture.
• Provide accurate written and oral feedback to engineering teams.
• Support the Mission Readiness team with basic vehicle preventative maintenance checks, services, and repairs.
• Provide logistical support for the movement and storage of vehicles and equipment.
• Monitor devices during testing and troubleshoot issues 
• Follow documented procedures and escalate to test coordinator when issues arise

Requirements:

• Experience working with and troubleshooting complex technical systems
• Excellent driving history and no criminal history
• Must have a driver's license and means of transportation to and from test sites
• Flexibility for day, night, and/or weekend work, with as much advance notice as possible
• Excellent written, verbal communication skills and attention to detail
• Proactive mindset and resourcefulness
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Must be able to maintain composure and handle frequent changes or unexpected disruptions
• Proven track record of working with little supervision, solving problems, and meeting deadlines

Preferred qualifications:

• Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Engineering, IT, or any STEM field)
• Previous experience in AV, in the automotive or aviation industry
• Previous military experience
• Experience working in a Linux environment

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