Autonomous Vehicle Rideshare Driver

Job Description

Job Description

$25/hour | Full-Time | Dallas, TX | Ongoing Contract | Day and Evening Shifts Available

Get behind the wheel of the future.

Avride is hiring Autonomous Vehicle Rideshare Drivers in Dallas to help operate our robotaxis on real roads with real passengers.

You'll experience autonomous driving technology firsthand while helping our team improve how these vehicles navigate the world around them.

No AV background? No problem. We can teach you our systems if you have basic tech skills. What we're looking for is something harder to teach: excellent driving habits, strong awareness, good judgment, and a commitment to safety.

If you're an experienced driver who wants to do something different, come drive with us.

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 Need:

• Experience as a professional driver, driving instructor, AV operator, motorsports racer, or in another role built around a serious commitment to safety
• A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
• A clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
• The instincts to spot a hazardous situation early and react quickly and safely, even when others make mistakes around you
• Solid working knowledge of local traffic laws and 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
• A genuine sense of ownership and responsibility behind the wheel

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
• A defensive driving or safe driving certification
• 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
• 401(k) package

Shift Times 

All shifts are 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Both AM and PM shift options are available. Below are examples of current schedules. $25 hourly for day shifts. $25 hourly plus monthly incentive pay for PM shifts. 

• Sunday–Thursday: 4:30 PM–1:00 AM
• Tuesday–Saturday: 4:30 PM–1:00 AM
• Tuesday–Saturday: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Sunday–Thursday: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Wednesday–Sunday: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Ready to help drive the future of transportation? We'd love to have you on the team.

Apply today at

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.

Avride is a leading developer in the autonomous vehicle and delivery robot industry. Our journey began in 2017 when a group of ambitious engineers decided to tackle one of the most significant challenges of the 21st century — pioneering the future of autonomous transportation. Today, our dynamic team, composed of a few hundred engineers, many of whom have been working on the autonomous driving technology at Yandex, develops and operates autonomous vehicles across the globe, shaping the future of mobility and delivery solutions.

We have a proven track record that solidifies our position at the forefront of this industry. Most recently, we launched an autonomous taxi service in Dallas, bringing our technology closer to everyday use and continuing to expand real-world applications of autonomous mobility.

Our ambition doesn’t stop at passenger transportation services. We are continuously leveraging our team’s talent and innovation to develop delivery robots that promise to redefine the logistics industry. We are already helping our partners to expand their delivery capacity and improve efficiency while providing their clients with high quality service.

Our technology undergoes rigorous and continuous testing across a wide range of conditions. We train and validate our systems through a diverse set of real-world scenarios, complemented by extensive simulation that allows us to safely scale and refine performance. This combination ensures our autonomous vehicles can handle the complexity and unpredictability of everyday life.

At Avride, we are committed to making the roads safer and more accessible for everyone. At the core of our philosophy is the belief in the transformative power of technology. Every product we develop, every test we conduct, and every service we launch is anchored in our vision of creating a safer and more sustainable world with help of cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough solutions.

Company Description

Avride is a leading developer in the autonomous vehicle and delivery robot industry. Our journey began in 2017 when a group of ambitious engineers decided to tackle one of the most significant challenges of the 21st century — pioneering the future of autonomous transportation. Today, our dynamic team, composed of a few hundred engineers, many of whom have been working on the autonomous driving technology at Yandex, develops and operates autonomous vehicles across the globe, shaping the future of mobility and delivery solutions.\r\n\r\nWe have a proven track record that solidifies our position at the forefront of this industry. Most recently, we launched an autonomous taxi service in Dallas, bringing our technology closer to everyday use and continuing to expand real-world applications of autonomous mobility.\r\n\r\nOur ambition doesn’t stop at passenger transportation services. We are continuously leveraging our team’s talent and innovation to develop delivery robots that promise to redefine the logistics industry. We are already helping our partners to expand their delivery capacity and improve efficiency while providing their clients with high quality service.\r\n\r\nOur technology undergoes rigorous and continuous testing across a wide range of conditions. We train and validate our systems through a diverse set of real-world scenarios, complemented by extensive simulation that allows us to safely scale and refine performance. This combination ensures our autonomous vehicles can handle the complexity and unpredictability of everyday life.\r\n\r\nAt Avride, we are committed to making the roads safer and more accessible for everyone. At the core of our philosophy is the belief in the transformative power of technology. Every product we develop, every test we conduct, and every service we launch is anchored in our vision of creating a safer and more sustainable world with help of cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough solutions.