Autonomous Vehicle Test Specialist

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Test autonomous vehicle technology by managing driving reports and troubleshooting systems in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovations in commercial and defense operations.
Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. We are looking for an experienced autonomous vehicle test operator to help us test our autonomous technology. This position requires shift flexibility withs days or nights and works onsite at our Lancaster, TX facility. In this role, you will:
  • Complete driving reports and tests in order to provide essential feedback to the hardware and software teams
  • Manage testing priorities in a fast-paced setting
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software systems
  • Assist in developing new procedures and policies for the development of Texas operations
  • Monitor AV system to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • What you'll bring:
  • Great communication skills and a team player
  • Flexibility for day, night, and/or weekend shifts
  • Occasional travel is required
  • Safety first mindset, we are never in a hurry at the cost of safety
  • What we offer:
  • A place with big goals that we trust we can achieve.
  • A fast paced environment where we work with talented, committed and supportive teammates.
  • Equity and competitive pay. Every employee is a stakeholder in Kodiak’s success.
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits.  
  • Generous PTO and parental leave policies.
  • At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

    In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

    Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

    • Health Insurance: Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits.
    • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and parental leave policies.
    • Visa Sponsorship: Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

    Kodiak has built the most advanced autonomous technology for long-haul trucking. We're currently moving goods in Texas and Oklahoma using our self-driving fleet.

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