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Autonomous Vehicle Operator - Data Collection

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Vehicle Operator – Data Collection

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Job Type: Full-time (30+ hours/week)

Pay: $28.00/hour (with $0.50/hour increase every 6 months based on tenure)

In this role, you'll manually drive test vehicles along assigned routes to collect the real-world driving data that powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.

This is a great opportunity for experienced professional drivers who want to be part of the autonomous vehicle industry — no AV experience required.

What You'll Do

  • Safely operate test vehicles along assigned routes to collect real-world driving data
  • Conduct pre- and post-drive vehicle inspections
  • Document vehicle issues, road conditions, and incidents with clear, detailed notes
  • Communicate effectively with engineers to help improve self-driving technology
  • Maintain strong situational awareness and multitask safely while driving

Schedule Options

  • Morning shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Wed–Sun, Thu–Mon, or Sat–Wed)
  • Afternoon/evening shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (multiple 5-day rotations available, Tue–Sat through Sun–Thu)

Shifts include 30-minute breaks every 4 hours during 4–8 hour driving days.

What We're Looking For

  • Recent 1 year of professional driving experience (3+ years preferred) — e.g., rideshare, delivery, or other high-volume driving roles
  • A valid U.S. driver's license held for 3+ years
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review
  • Ability to work on-site in Sunnyvale, CA (with potential future transfer to San Francisco)
  • A track record of job stability (3+ years in a prior role)

Application & Interview Process

  • Answer questions and click Apply
  • Pass onsite Driving interview
  • Get an offer
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Which Shift do you prefer?*
What habits do you personally consider most important for safe driving?*
If traffic around you is moving faster than the speed limit, how do you handle that?*
What does proper hand positioning on the steering wheel look like to you?*
You will be driving the vehicle 4-8 hours daily (30 min breaks every 4 hours). Are you okay with this and have you done this before?*
Applied Intuition strongly values internal growth and frequently promotes from within. How does this role fit into your longer-term career goals?*
This role has a set pay rate of $28/hour, with a $0.50/hour increase every 6 months based on tenure. Does this compensation work for you?*
Operations are currently taking place in Sunnyvale, CA. Operations in San Francisco are expected to return before the end of the year. However, the timeline is not yet confirmed. Are you available to work in Sunnyvale for the foreseeable future and transfer to San Francisco at a later date?*
The interview process will consist of a 1-hour on-site interview at the Sunnyvale, CA location. During the interview, you will be completing a drive test. Are you comfortable performing the drive test?*
Please submit your Current driving license*
If your current license is issued (ISS) less then 3y ago, please submit your previous one.
MVR document with ISS date 3y ago, works as well*