Autonomous Vehicle Training & Demo Specialist

Transdev; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Transdev is seeking an Autonomous & Fleet Specialist in Los Angeles to scale operations from an L2 role, expanding calibration, mapping, demo operations, and testing of autonomous software. The role includes performing calibration, validating sensors and vehicles, operating in manual and autonomous modes, and delivering high-quality public-facing demos while safeguarding information.

Responsibilities cover data collection, bug reporting, software testing, and cross-functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience driving on public roads.
• High School Diploma or GED; 4-year college degree preferred.
• 4+ years experience in automotive/technical or related fields.
• 6 months autonomous vehicle testing or mapping/canary experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights/weekends.
• For Ops Event Specialist role: two static demos and five in-car demos completed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high safety, professionalism, and situational awareness.
• Calibrate and validate SDS equipment; configure startups and updates.
• Operate autonomous vehicles in manual and autonomous modes; collect data and provide feedback.
• Identify, document, and report bugs; support root-cause analysis.
• Test new software releases and translate technical info for operations teams.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and ops to support troubleshooting and improvements.
• Conduct and support static and dynamic demos, including rides for the public; protect proprietary information.
• Plan and execute demo operations including routes, schedules, inventory, and logistics.
• Scout routes/environments for mapping and testing; ensure accuracy and effectiveness.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Multitasking

Adaptability

Schedule flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

GSuite

Android

Laptop proficiency

Job description

Transdev is seeking an Autonomous & Fleet Specialist in Los Angeles to scale operations from an L2 role, expanding calibration, mapping, demo operations, and testing of autonomous software. The role includes performing calibration, validating sensors and vehicles, operating in manual and autonomous modes, and delivering high-quality public-facing demos while safeguarding information.

Responsibilities cover data collection, bug reporting, software testing, and cross-functional collaboration with