Autonomous Vehicle Field Test Driver

Job overview

The Autonomous Vehicle Field Test Driver role is onsite in Sunnyvale and San Francisco, CA; pay is $28 per hour, with a $0.50-per-hour increase every six months based on tenure. The role supports development of autonomous vehicle technology through real-world testing. The driver safely operates and monitors test vehicles, collects data, and documents observations for engineering and operations teams. These activities help teams assess vehicle performance and improve the technology.

What you'll do

• Operate test vehicles on public roads for 4–8 hours per day
• perform pre- and post-trip inspections
• use onboard systems for real-time data collection and logging
• document test results, anomalies, and observations
• collaborate with engineering and operations
• assist with vehicle logistics, movement, basic maintenance, and storage.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

autonomous vehicle field test driver

sunnyvale ca

san francisco ca

trucking people

vehicle testing

data collection

public road testing

vehicle inspections

engineering support

$28/hr

6:00 am–2:30 pm

2:00 pm–10:30 pm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Multiple schedules are listed, including 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m., with weekday and weekend combinations. Requires a valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record; must be available onsite at both Sunnyvale and San Francisco locations.

About the employer

TRUCKING PEOPLE is hiring for this role. Industry: Testing Laboratories and Services. Sector: 54.