Autonomous Vehicle Data Driver – 4-Month Contract

Sama; United States; Remote; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver Incentive Program

Job summary

Sama is hiring 3 Drivers for a dual driver/co-pilot data collection project with an automotive client in the Bay Area. You will operate client-provided sensor-equipped vehicles and follow protocols to capture structured driving scenarios. The role is a 4-month contract with pay at $25 per hour.

Drivers may participate in a Driver Incentive Program tied to completing the full project. Candidates must have a valid license, be at least 25, and demonstrate trailer experience.

Qualifications

• Valid clean driver’s license.
• Minimum age 25.
• Experience driving with trailers, hitching and reversing.
• Comfortable driving for extended periods in urban environments.
• Attention to detail and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Drive sensor-equipped vehicles along predefined routes across the Bay Area.
• Operate vehicles with trailer hitching and reversing when required.
• Maintain safe driving practices and comply with all local traffic laws.
• Conduct daily driving sessions during peak sunlight hours (approximately 4 hours per day) to optimize sensor performance.
• Follow structured collection protocols to capture specific driving scenarios and objects.
• Monitor collection tools and systems to ensure successful capture.
• Assist with troubleshooting minor operational or equipment issues.
• Support setup and breakdown of equipment when required.
• Ensure safe operation of vehicles, sensors and surrounding environments during data collection.
• May include data upload of collected data.
• Communication with Project Manager for list of target locations and routes for the coming day(s)

Skills

Driver license

Age 25+

Trailer experience

Urban driving

Safety focus

Job description

Sama is hiring 3 Drivers for a dual driver/co-pilot data collection project with an automotive client in the Bay Area. You will operate client-provided sensor-equipped vehicles and follow protocols to capture structured driving scenarios. The role is a 4-month contract with pay at $25 per hour.

Drivers may participate in a Driver Incentive Program tied to completing the full project. Candidates must have a valid license, be at least 25, and demonstrate trailer experience.