Self-Driving Vehicle Operator (contract) - pony.ai

Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Pony.ai has quickly become a global leader in autonomous mobility and is a pioneer in extending autonomous mobility technologies and services at a rapidly expanding footprint of sites around the world. Operating Robotaxi, Robotruck and Personally Owned Vehicles (POV) business units, Pony.ai is an industry leader in the commercialization of autonomous driving and is committed to developing the safest autonomous driving capabilities on a global scale. Pony.ai’s leading position has been recognized, with CNBC ranking Pony.ai #10 on its CNBC Disruptor list of the 50 most innovative and disruptive tech companies of 2022. In June 2023, Pony.ai was recognized on the XPRIZE and Bessemer Venture Partners inaugural “XB100” 2023 list of the world’s top 100 private deep tech companies, ranking #12 globally. As of August 2023, Pony.ai has accumulated nearly 15 million miles of autonomous driving globally.

As a self-driving vehicle operator, you will have access to the most advanced AI solutions on the road. You will be responsible for testing Pony.ai autonomous vehicles and collecting data to support the system development. You need to be able to perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment and to provide accurate and detailed feedback with safety first in mind.

Requirements

• Operate a vehicle 6 - 8 hours a day, five days a week
• Flexible working shift hours required
• Flexibility with domestic travel up to 30%
• Capable of monitoring software systems with consistent focus
• Eager to learn new skills and technologies
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Comfortable with performing repeating tasks for several hours in a day
• High school diploma or GED minimum; Bachelor’s preferred
• Prior AV operational experience preferred but not required
• Must submit to a drug test and background check
• Must have and maintain a driving record that meets state AVT and/or other applicable regulations and laws

Compensation: $27 - $30 Hourly