Safety Driver

About Avride Avride is a U.S.-based autonomous vehicle company headquartered in Austin, TX, with additional R&D hubs around the world. Our company develops and operates both autonomous cars and delivery robots that share technologies and continuously learn from one another—a unique approach that accelerates innovation across our entire platform. Since 2017, Avride has been advancing autonomous technology to create safe, reliable transportation and delivery solutions that meet today's needs while shaping the future of mobility. About the Team Our Operations Team is at the core of autonomous vehicle testing, ensuring every mile driven meets the highest safety standards. We work closely with engineers and QA teams to bring cutting-edge technology safely to the real world. It's a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where precision and responsibility matter. If you're passionate about driving, technology, and being part of an industry that's transforming transportation, Avride offers the opportunity to make a real impact while working alongside a talented team that's redefining the future of mobility. About the role *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:6e1561da-2522-4b25-b372-95734d4527f1-8" data-testid="conversation-turn-18" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> In this role, you will operate Avride autonomous vehicles (robotaxis) in the downtown Dallas area using the Uber platform to help ensure passengers have safe and reliable trips. You will be driving Avride autonomous vehicles and will be paid an hourly rate of $25/hour. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) and is based out of our Dallas, Texas office, with driving primarily taking place in downtown Dallas. During your shift, you will work closely with remote operators, alternating between manually driving the vehicle and supervising it while in autonomous mode. Your driving plays an important role in the continued development of our autonomous technology. By consistently demonstrating safe driving habits, strong hazard awareness, and sound decision-making, you will help generate high-quality driving data that supports the improvement of Avride's autonomous driving system. In addition to driving, you will support data collection and vehicle testing activities, which may include adjusting hardware, uploading software, and assisting with basic technical troubleshooting. This role is employed through our 3rd party employer of record partner and offers weekly pay on Fridays. Employees are eligible for subsidized benefits starting on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment, as well a 401(k) plan and paid time off. SHIFTS: We currently offer a 5-day workweek with 8-hour shifts. Most schedules include a weekend day, and for each shift, you can choose either a morning (AM) or afternoon/evening (PM) option. All shifts pay $25/hour. Available schedules: Wednesday-Sunday Thursday – Monday Friday – Tuesday Sunday-Thursday Shift times: AM (6:00 AM–2:30 PM) PM (4:30 PM-1:00 AM) What you'll do Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors. Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights. Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure operational safety. Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks and system readiness. Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements. Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events. Be alert and distraction free while in vehicles. What you'll need Experience as an autonomous vehicle operator, experience driving for an app-based company (Lyft, DoorDash, etc.), or a combination of professional driving experience and IT/technical experience If you have an Uber Driver account…