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Vehicle Operator, Autopilot (Night Shift)

Tesla
Stanford, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our vehicle data collection team. As a Prototype Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for driving an engineering vehicle for extended periods, conducting dynamic audio and camera data collection for testing and training purposes. Access to the data collected is limited to the applicable development team. This role requires a high level of flexibility, strong attention to detail, excellent driving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The Night Shift pays 10% in addition to the hourly base pay.

The following weekly schedules are available : Tuesday-Saturday, Wednesday-Sunday, Friday-Tuesday.

This opportunity will require the flexibility of traveling to domestic or international destinations, as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Drive an engineering vehicle for extended hours in a designated area for data collection, 5 to 8 hours daily
  • Start / Stop recording devices and perform minor equipment / software debugging as needed
  • Analyze and report on the quality of data collected during each shift
  • Provide feedback and suggest process improvements to optimize data collection
  • Write detailed daily drive reports documenting observations and issues
  • Ensure the vehicle's safety and operational status before every shift
  • This is a safety sensitive position which is subject to drug testing requirements per Tesla policy and in accordance with applicable law

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license required
  • Excellent attention to detail and highly observant during data collection
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Tech-savvy with experience managing tools for data collection and troubleshooting with advanced PC skills, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving Systems (ADS)
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including Day / Night shifts and one day per weekend. Overtime is also typical for this position but not guaranteed
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Benefits

    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire :

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans >
  • 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include : critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
  • Expected Compensation

    25.25 - $30.60 / hour cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

    Salary : $25 - $31

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