Full-Time Safety Driver – Autonomous Vehicle Testing

PrideNow; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Account

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

PrideNow in Austin, TX is hiring Safety Drivers for autonomous vehicle testing. This is a permanent, full-time role with a stable schedule and benefits. You will work 40 hours per week at an hourly wage of $22–$25, with training provided and career growth opportunities in cutting-edge autonomous tech.

The position emphasizes safety, consistency, and transitioning between manual and autonomous operation, offering a direct placement and long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver’s license held for at least 3 years.
• Strong driving skills with excellent situational awareness.
• Ability to follow detailed testing procedures.
• Comfort using technology and recording observations.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive autonomous vehicles during real-world testing.
• Supervise vehicle while in autonomous mode and monitor surroundings.
• Record observations and driving data for analysis.
• Follow detailed testing and safety procedures.
• Provide feedback to improve autonomous driving systems.

Skills

Strong driving skills

Excellent situational awareness

Follow detailed procedures

Comfort using technology

Reliability and professionalism

Job description

PrideNow in Austin, TX is hiring Safety Drivers for autonomous vehicle testing. This is a permanent, full-time role with a stable schedule and benefits. You will work 40 hours per week at an hourly wage of $22–$25, with training provided and career growth opportunities in cutting-edge autonomous tech.

The position emphasizes safety, consistency, and transitioning between manual and autonomous operation, offering a direct placement and long-term employment.