Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver: Field Testing & Data

Royalty Staffing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Royalty Staffing is seeking attentive, detail-oriented drivers to join a client’s team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on safe testing and data collection for cutting-edge autonomous technology, with shifts Tue–Sat or Sun–Thu and competitive hourly pay.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of driving with a clean record, strong knowledge of local traffic laws, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Have at least 3 years of a valid US driving license.
• Knowledge of local traffic regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and on different types of roads.
• Clean driving record, with no DUI, drug or alcohol offenses within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors.
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure operational safety.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks and system readiness.
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
• Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Royalty Staffing is seeking attentive, detail-oriented drivers to join a client’s team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers in Austin, Texas. The role focuses on safe testing and data collection for cutting-edge autonomous technology, with shifts Tue–Sat or Sun–Thu and competitive hourly pay.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of driving with a clean record, strong knowledge of local traffic laws, and solid communication skills.