---
title: Autonomous Driver Tester at Trucking People
description: Trucking People is hiring for the Autonomous Driver Tester role in Sunnyvale,
  CA. Pays $25–$28 per hour. See the full description and apply.
type: job
url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/autonomous-driver-tester-at-trucking-people-01a0b3cc-119d-77e9-9f5d-e2a46a5d9c23
date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z
og_description: Join Trucking People as Autonomous Driver Tester in Sunnyvale, CA. Pays $25–$28
  per hour. Contractor role.
og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/5z1axi.png
breadcrumbs:
  - label: Home
    url: https://www.foundrole.com/
  - label: Search
    url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs
---

| | |
|---|---|
| **Company** | Trucking People |
| **Location** | Sunnyvale, CA |
| **Salary** | $25/hr - $28/hr |
| **Type** | Contractor |
| **Posted** | Oct 01, 2026 |

## Is this job real?

**Ghost job check:** C- · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check.

## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Trucking People.
- **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Trucking People.

## Pay for similar jobs

Most similar jobs pay $98,000 – $141,000 a year (median $125,000).

## Description

$25.00 - $28.00.00 Per Hour  
 

The role it is pivotal in industries that rely on real-world information gathering to inform decisions, optimize operations, and develop new technologies. This position goes beyond mere transportation; it involves the systematic and accurate acquisition of data from various environments, often utilizing specialized equipment and following precise protocols.  
**The ideal candidate will have experience driving and doing data collection for an autonomous vehicle company, but AV experience is not required. They will not be driving an AV, but knowledge of them is important.** Knowledge Linux/Command Line

**As a Data Collection Driver, you will:**

- Drive test vehicles for 4–8 hours daily on predefined routes, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections to confirm roadworthiness and address any maintenance needs.
- Conduct basic software operations to support real-time data collection.
- Accurately document observations, issues, and anomalies encountered during test runs.
- Collaborate with engineers, providing valuable feedback to enhance system performance.
- Assist with vehicle logistics, maintenance coordination, and storage.

Requirements

- Must have a valid driver's license
- Driving experience in a commercial field (e.g., Uber, Lyft, delivery, or similar).
- Clean/excellent driving record
- Pass a background, MVR check, and drug screen
- **Experience with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) or Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology is a plus, but not required.**
- **Basic familiarity with managing digital files or data storage systems is a plus.**
## Skills

- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Driver's License
- Command-Line Interface
- Statistics
- Safety Procedures
- Information Gathering
- Coordinating
- Data Collection
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Linux
- Highways
- Vehicle Inspection

## Related

- [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [QA & Testing jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/qa-and-testing?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Test Automation Engineer / SDET jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/qa-and-testing/test-automation-engineer-sdet?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Explore this job market

- [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260758 jobs
- [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143871 jobs
- [Sunnyvale, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/sunnyvale?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5882 jobs

## Related pages

- [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260758 jobs
- [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143871 jobs
- [Sunnyvale, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/sunnyvale?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5882 jobs

## Browse

- [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown)
- [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)