Vehicle Operation Specialist (Contract)

San Jose, CA
Operations /
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On-site
WeRide is a smart mobility start-up whose mission is to transform mobility with autonomous driving. We are committed to build better transportation experience that’s safe, efficient, affordable and joyful. We have an elite team of entrepreneurs and technologists who share the same passion and pursue continuous excellence in their work.   

What you will do:

    • Thoroughly understand how our self-driving technology works
    • Stay on top of countless daily changes, both big and small
    • Safely operate test vehicles for up to 8 hours a day to evaluate and help improve our autonomous driving system
    • Consistently make exceptional judgment calls
    • Share detailed feedback on our technology & top priorities with engineers and managers
    • Be the voice of company to self-driving enthusiasts & curious onlookers
    • Work Flexibility in Startup enviornment – wash company vehicle regularly, garage maintenance support, carrying things, picking up co workers (when on business trips), and any other non in vehicle task ad hoc task 

Requirements:

    • 2 years of minimum AV safety officer experience
    • Safety first focus
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written & attention to detail
    • Valid U.S. driver's license and clean driving record
    • Agrees to potential months long travel, early morning to late night hours schedule changes as needed (for Demos, etc), OT when asked,  weekend/holiday flexibility 

Preferred to have

    • Proven record of success thriving in a team setting
    • Passion for vehicles and/or vehicle maintenance experience
    • Expertise in vehicle technology
    • Bachelor's degree
    • Multilingual in other languages is a plus
$28 - $35 an hour