Data Collection Specialist

Job TitleTesla is seeking a high intensity action-oriented leader to accelerate our vehicle-level testing by supporting and coordinating local operations, assisting with troubleshooting and incident reporting as needed. This position requires willingness to adapt and excel in a dynamic fast-paced environment. This position will be responsible for maintaining excellent data collection, through both management of a team of vehicle operators and individual excellence in all testing tracks.This role requires the flexibility of traveling to domestic or international destinations as necessary. Night and graveyard positions are available.ResponsibilitiesBe an expert in self-driving concepts with the ability to track data deeply, train drivers across various testing tracks, and provide constructive feedback to the teamPersonally contribute to the AI dataset through your own testing and data collectionPlan data collection targets for each week and measure progressAudit teams' clips to ensure excellent performance, coach drivers when improvement is needed, and conduct weekly ride-alongs with drivers to ensure qualityReview/approve timecards, expense reports, travel requests, and schedule shifts for Vehicle OperatorsSupport building education materials for data tracks (quizzes, videos, documents), as neededRequirementsValid driver's license and minimum 3 years of driving history requiredAbility to work a flexible schedule; on-call during off shifts for escalationsExperience managing and motivating hourly teams. Fair leadership, ensuring balance between building good team culture and pushing team toward excellence to prioritize team successExcellent computer skills, in particular a working knowledge and familiarity with MacOS, Linux, and Windows, as well as strong MS Office skillsAbility to navigate and thrive in ambiguous environmentsFamiliarity with testing AI-based products and/or building Datasets for AI a plusThis is a safety sensitive position which is subject to drug testing requirements per Tesla policy and in accordance with applicable lawCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program