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Senior Vehicle Test Operator

📍 Berlin 🕒
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📍 Berlin
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💼 Full-Time Direct
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📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities

<div class="content-intro"><p>Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?</p> <p>We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.</p> <p>We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from <a href="https://www.grab.com/sg/">Grab</a>. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.</p> <p><strong>Curious to experience Vay yourself? Use the code <em data-start="289" data-end="303">VAYCANDIDATE</em> for $10 off your first trip in Las Vegas! Download the "Vay" app from the Apple or Google Play store &amp; off you go!&nbsp;</strong></p> <h4><strong>What’s happening at Vay</strong></h4> <ul> <li>First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside &amp; currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.</li> <li>We've partnered with <a href="https://kodiak.ai/">Kodiak</a> to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.</li> <li>We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!</li> <li><strong>...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US &amp; Europe 🚀</strong></li> </ul></div><h4><em><strong>Why this role is exciting</strong></em></h4> <p>We’re looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Vehicle</strong> <strong>Test Operator</strong> to join our team in Berlin and help test the technology behind Vay’s remotely driven vehicles.</p> <p>Testing at Vay happens on real vehicles, across real-world driving environments. As a <strong>Senior Vehicle Test Operator</strong>, you’ll be among the first people to test new vehicle software and hardware, both through manual driving and remote operation.</p> <p>You’ll execute vehicle-level tests, troubleshoot issues using automotive diagnostic tools, collect and analyse test data, and work closely with our engineers to identify and resolve problems before changes are released.</p> <p>This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with vehicles and technology, understands how to test systematically, and takes pride in getting the details right.</p> <h4><em><strong>What you'll be driving</strong></em></h4> <ul> <li>Execute vehicle-level testing across software, hardware and driving systems</li> <li>Flash ECUs and troubleshoot vehicle issues using OBD, CAN traces and other diagnostic tools</li> <li>Use CANoe or similar tools to investigate and debug vehicle behaviour</li> <li>Collect test data and provide clear, structured test reports</li> <li>Identify, reproduce and document software and hardware bugs</li> <li>Verify that systems perform consistently against defined requirements</li> <li>Work closely with engineering teams to investigate issues and validate solutions</li> <li>Support both manual and remote vehicle testing</li> </ul> <h4><strong><em>This might be a great fit, if</em></strong></h4> <ul> <li>3+ years of experience in automotive testing, vehicle testing, test operations or a related technical field</li> <li>Experience with automotive communication protocols and diagnostics, particularly CAN and OBD</li> <li>Experience using CANoe or similar automotive testing and diagnostic tools</li> <li>Confidence troubleshooting technical issues and documenting findings clearly</li> <li>Strong attention to detail across testing, bug reporting and test documentation</li> <li>An EU driving licence, a clean driving record and at least 5 years of driving experience</li> <li>Confidence driving safely and responsibly in different testing scenarios</li> <li>The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and take ownership of your work</li> <li>An interest in remotely driven, autonomous or connected vehicle technology</li> <li>Good working English</li> </ul> <h4><em>Nice to have</em></h4> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>Safety driver or test driver training</li> <li>Experience with Jira or other bug-tracking tools</li> <li>A technical qualification or background in automotive, electronics, mechatronics or a related field</li> <li>Experience working in a fast-moving engineering or product development environment</li> </ul> <p><strong>This role will be based onsite in Berlin. We welcome all applications, but please only apply if you already live in Berlin or are willing to relocate</strong></p> <h4><strong><em>Why choose Vay</em></strong></h4> <p>💪 A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality</p> <p>🌍 Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment</p> <p>💰 EIP stock options: A stake in Vay’s future - not just a salary</p> <p>🌴 Unlimited Paid Vacation Days</p> <p>🎫 Subsidised Deutschland ticket (Berlin)</p> <p>🏋️‍♂️ Subsidised Urban Sports Club or FitX Membership&nbsp;</p> <p>🚗 All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides</p> <p>🛍️ Exclusive external discounts</p> <p>💼 €350 Home Office Set-up&nbsp;</p> <p>✈️ Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Berlin&nbsp;</p> <p>📚 Fully funded German Lessons&nbsp;</p> <p>🎊 Regular team events throughout the year</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="p1">For more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1swEohclBwsOgx37G4NHE2szYCA6avS_aQX_WSJ7Ih8k/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6dlrur2mwcd9">link</a>. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.</p> <p class="p1">We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.</p> <p class="p1">We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.</p> <h4 class="job-modal__content-heading">&nbsp;</h4></div>

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