Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver | Testing & Data Collection

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers to support testing and data collection in Dallas. You will operate autonomous vehicles safely, monitor systems, document vehicle behavior, and provide detailed feedback to engineering and operations teams.

Ideal candidates have outstanding driving skills, strong situational awareness, and experience in autonomous vehicles or safety-focused driving roles.

Qualifications

• Experience in autonomous vehicle operations, professional driving, driving instruction, motorsports, or similar safety-focused roles.
• Valid U.S. driver's license held for at least 3 years
• Clean driving record with no DUI, drug, or alcohol offenses within the past 5 years
• Strong knowledge of local traffic laws and safe driving practices
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and respond quickly and safely
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Comfortable driving in different weather, traffic, and road conditions
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and legally during testing and data collection
• Monitor vehicle and system performance during on-road operations
• Conduct vehicle safety and readiness checks before deployment
• Collect and document information on vehicle behavior and environmental conditions
• Submit detailed reports and feedback to support system improvements
• Communicate professionally with engineers, operations teams, and riders
• Anticipate actions of other drivers, pedestrians, and changing road conditions
• Respond quickly and safely to unexpected driving situations
• Remain alert and distraction-free while operating or monitoring vehicles
• Follow established safety procedures and testing protocols

Skills

Safe driving

Situational awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Defensive driving

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers to support testing and data collection in Dallas. You will operate autonomous vehicles safely, monitor systems, document vehicle behavior, and provide detailed feedback to engineering and operations teams.

Ideal candidates have outstanding driving skills, strong situational awareness, and experience in autonomous vehicles or safety-focused driving roles.