Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver – On‑Road Testing

PrideNow; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Legal support services

Auto, home, and pet insurance options

Employee discounts with preferred vend

Job summary

Pride Global is hiring Safety Drivers to support testing and development of autonomous vehicles in Austin, TX. You will test next-generation vehicles on real-world roads while gaining hands-on experience in an innovative industry.

This full-time role offers 40 hours per week with multiple shift options. You will operate vehicles, switch between manual driving and autonomous mode, and collaborate with remote operators and engineering teams to collect data and improve transportation.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Strong driving skills and excellent situational awareness.
• Comfortable using technology and following detailed procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles during on-road testing.
• Alternate between manual driving and supervising autonomous mode.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, and vehicle systems.
• Collect driving data and document observations.

Skills

Safe driving

Situational awareness

Attention to detail

Technology comfortable

Reliable and professional

Weather condition driving

Job description

Pride Global is hiring Safety Drivers to support testing and development of autonomous vehicles in Austin, TX. You will test next-generation vehicles on real-world roads while gaining hands-on experience in an innovative industry.

This full-time role offers 40 hours per week with multiple shift options. You will operate vehicles, switch between manual driving and autonomous mode, and collaborate with remote operators and engineering teams to collect data and improve transportation.