Safety Driver – Full Time/Contract

Dallas, TXPosted 11 days ago

Role Overview

Avride is hiring a principal-level Safety Driver – Full Time/Contract. This is a contract role in Dallas. posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

About Avride

Avride is a U.S.-based autonomous vehicle company headquartered in Texas, with additional global R&D hubs. We develop and operate both autonomous cars and delivery robots. Since 2017, we’ve built deep expertise in autonomous systems. Today, in partnership with Uber, we operate a fleet of robotaxis in Dallas, Texas. Our Operations Team of drivers is essential to testing, ensuring every mile meets the highest safety standards while working closely with engineering and QA in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

About the role

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 Irving, Texas office, with driving primarily taking place in downtown Dallas. During your shift, you will work closely with remote operators and alternate between manual driving and supervising the vehicle in autonomous mode. In addition to driving, you will support data collection and testing efforts, 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:

Monday-Friday

Tuesday-Saturday

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

Please include any professional driving experience (including Uber/Lyft/Favor or similar platforms) on your resume.

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, it must be in good standing (no deactivations or unresolved issues)
A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
Candidates must be at least 25 years old, unless you have a grandfathered Uber driver account that was established before turning 25.
Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
Able to anticipate hazardous situations and act quickly and safely, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others when operating a motor vehicle
Have a thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
A willingness to work in various weather conditions and comfortable driving on different types of roads
Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility
Uber eligibility check, drivers check, background check and drug test completed prior to start

Nice to have

Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits
Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
Short and long-term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
401k package

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed through our trusted Employer of Record partner, who manages payroll, benefits, and local compliance on our behalf. You will work day-to-day with the Avride team and be fully integrated into our culture and operations. This job is onsite and available to candidates local to the Dallas, Texas area.

Avride values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S. The employer is not offering relocation sponsorship, and remote work options are not available.

Avride is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to employment opportunities. Avride complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application or hiring process, or to perform the essential functions of a job, please email jobs@avride.ai.

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Where is the Safety Driver – Full Time/Contract position at Avride located?

This position is based in Dallas. Avride has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Safety Driver – Full Time/Contract at Avride earn?

Avride has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Safety Driver – Full Time/Contract role at Avride posted?

This role was posted on June 30, 2026 (11 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.