Autonomous Vehicle Operator

Insight Global; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Test Expert in San Francisco for hands-on testing of self-driving tech. You will operate AV test vehicles, perform inspections and calibrations, run real-world and track-based tests, and document results to help engineers improve the system.

You should be comfortable with frequent travel (40%), have Linux/Unix/QNX exposure, basic scripting, strong problem-solving, and the ability to provide concise feedback to Drive Ops and engineering teams while working

Qualifications

• Must be ok with travel – position will require 40% travel.
• Strong knowledge of Linux command lines.
• Experience in Linux/Unix or QNX environments and proficient with basic Linux commands.
• Basic scripting and software/system troubleshooting skills.
• Detail-oriented communicator able to provide concise feedback to engineering teams.
• Drive test track experience preferred.
• Must be flexible with travel, overtime, and occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate NVIDIA autonomous test vehicles and conduct real-world tests.
• Perform vehicle inspections and calibrations.
• Run test scenarios on track and in real-world settings.
• Troubleshoot OS issues and document results.
• Provide concise written and oral feedback to Drive Ops and engineers.

Skills

Linux command lines

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Testing

Driving

Travel readiness

Hardware knowledge

Tools

Linux

QNX

Job description

This is an Autonomous Vehicle Test Expert role with NVIDIA where you'll be hands-on testing self-driving vehicle technology. You'll operate NVIDIA's autonomous test vehicles, perform vehicle inspections and calibrations, run real-world and track-based testing scenarios, troubleshoot operating system issues, document results, and work closely with engineers to improve AV systems.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, traveling, and is coming from a technical background in either Hardware/Software/systems support, testing or has previous experience working on Autonomous Vehicle systems and has prior hands-on experience with Linux and is fluent with basic Linux commands and is interested in working directly with NVIDIA engineers helping validate the next generation of autonomous driving technology.

What we are looking for:

• Strong driving capabilities with a clean driving record
• At least 1 full year working in Linux, Unix, OR QNX environments and highly proficient with basic Linux commands
• Basic scripting and software/system troubleshooting skills.
• Detail-oriented communicator who can provide clear feedback to engineering teams.
• Flexible with travel, overtime, and occasional weekends.

What we need to see:

• Must be ok with travel- Position will require 40% travel
• Licensed for at least 3 years; does not have more than one violation point on driving record; was not the at -fault driver if involved in an accident that resulted in an injury or death; for 10 preceding this application you have not been convicted for driving or operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or any drug
• Strong knowledge of Linux command lines
• Must pass behind the wheel drive test
• You are detail oriented & able to identify and document all problems. Able to provide concise written and oral feedback to the Drive Ops and engineering teams
• Aware of computer hardware and interfaces
• Good troubleshooting skills to debug the issues and follow the instructions
• Preferred: Experience and knowledge of Autonomous Vehicles/self-driving car features like ACC, lane keep, active safety, and parking
• Highly developed and detailed communication and organizational skills
• Drive test track experience preferred
• Must be flexible with work schedules and travel
• Demonstrate values of self-motivation and ownership

Job Info

• Job Type: Contract
• Duration: 1 year + Extensions (2+ years)