Senior Vehicle Test Operator

Vay; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

German lessons

Stock options (EIP)

Unlimited paid vacation days

Deutschland ticket (Berlin) subsidy

Urban Sports Club / FitX subsidy

30% off Vay rides

Job summary

Vay is seeking a Senior Vehicle Test Operator to join our Berlin team and help test the technology behind our remotely driven vehicles on real streets and test tracks. You will execute vehicle-level tests, diagnose issues, and work closely with engineers to ensure robustness of software and hardware before releases.

In this hands-on role, you will test both manual and remote operation, rolling out test cases, collecting data, and documenting results with precision.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in vehicle testing or related field.
• EU driving licence with at least 5 years driving experience and clean record.
• Strong attention to detail in testing, bug reporting, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Execute vehicle-level tests across software, hardware and driving systems.
• Troubleshoot issues using automotive diagnostic tools and diagnostic data.
• Collect and analyze test data and report findings to engineers.
• Work with engineering teams to identify and resolve issues before releases.
• Support both manual and remote vehicle testing.

Skills

Vehicle testing

Test operations

Diagnostics

CAN/OBD

CANoe

Bug reporting

English proficiency

Independent work

Education

EU driving licence

Tools

Jira

OBD tools

Job description

Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?

We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.

We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from Grab. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.

Curious to experience Vay yourself? Use the code VAYCANDIDATE for $10 off your first trip in Las Vegas! Download the "Vay" app from the Apple or Google Play store & off you go!

What’s happening at Vay

• First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside & currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.
• We’ve partnered with Kodiak to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy‑duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.
• We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!
• ...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US & Europe

Why this role is exciting

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Vehicle Test Operator to join our team in Berlin and help test the technology behind Vay’s remotely driven vehicles.

Testing at Vay happens on real vehicles, across real‑world driving environments. As a Senior Vehicle Test Operator, you’ll be among the first people to test new vehicle software and hardware, both through manual driving and remote operation.

You’ll execute vehicle‑level tests, troubleshoot issues using automotive diagnostic tools, collect and analyse test data, and work closely with our engineers to identify and resolve problems before changes are released.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys working with vehicles and technology, understands how to test systematically, and takes pride in getting the details right.

What you’ll be driving

This is a hands‑on role where you'll drive and test our Remote‑Driven Car fleet, working through test cases set by our Senior Engineers to check whether our product works as it should.

You’ll be:

• Execute vehicle‑level testing across software, hardware and driving systems
• Carry out pre‑defined test cases from our engineering team, following clear test scripts and reporting exactly what you find
• Flash ECUs and troubleshoot vehicle issues using OBD, CAN traces and other diagnostic tools - whether that's building on experience you already have, or learning with the support of a remote support engineer
• Use CANoe or similar tools to investigate vehicle behaviour, drawing on existing experience or picking it up on the job
• Collect test data and provide clear, structured test reports
• Identify, reproduce and document software and hardware bugs
• Verify that systems perform consistently against defined requirements
• Work alongside engineering teams, providing the on‑the‑ground eyes and data they need to investigate issues and validate fixes
• Support both manual and remote vehicle testing

This might be a great fit, if you have

• Around 3+ years of hands‑on experience in vehicle testing, test operations or a related field
• An EU driving licence, a clean driving record and at least 5 years of driving experience
• Confidence driving safely and responsibly in different testing scenarios
• Confidence troubleshooting technical issues and documenting findings clearly
• Strong attention to detail across testing, bug reporting and test documentation
• The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and take ownership of your work
• An interest in remotely driven, autonomous or connected vehicle technology
• Good working English
• Happy to work from our offices near Hauptbahnhof and occasionally at Tegel Airport (we test our cars on the runways)

Nice to have

• Safety driver or test driver training
• Experience with automotive communication protocols and diagnostics, particularly CAN and OBD
• Experience using CANoe or similar automotive testing and diagnostic tools
• Experience with Jira or other bug‑tracking tools
• A technical qualification or background in automotive, electronics, mechatronics or a related field
• Experience working in a fast‑moving engineering or product development environment

Housekeeping: Please only submit your CV in English.

Why choose Vay

• A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality
• Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment
• EIP stock options: A stake in Vay’s future - not just a salary
• Unlimited Paid Vacation Days
• Subsidised Deutschland ticket (Berlin)
• Subsidised Urban Sports Club or FitX Membership
• All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides
• Exclusive external discounts
• €350 Home Office Set-up
• Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Berlin
• Fully funded German Lessons
• Regular team events throughout the year

For more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this link. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.

We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.