Test Driver - Company vehicle provided

TSMG

San Francisco, CA

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward independent, safety-conscious drivers comfortable with technical data collection equipment and operating in varied weather conditions.

Best fit for

Candidates with 5+ years of driving experience and a history of independent route execution
— “5+ years of driving experience. Comfortable driving for extended periods and covering assigned routes independently.”
Individuals with prior exposure to automotive data collection or ADAS testing
— “Previous experience in ADAS, mapping, autonomous vehicle testing, or other automotive data collection projects is strongly preferred.”
Professionals who value detail-oriented work and are responsible with equipment
— “Strong attention to detail and responsibility for project equipment and collected data.”

Things to consider

The role demands adherence to strict project procedures and route accuracy
— “Follow predefined routes accurately and comply with all project procedures.”

How to stand out

Emphasize prior field work with technical tools and independent driving in your resume
— “Collect data on road signs, traffic lights, road markings, and other relevant road infrastructure.”
Showcase your ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain consistent quality
— “Maintain accurate records and follow all safety and operational guidelines.”
Demonstrate comfort with operating in adverse weather conditions
— “Drive safely in a variety of weather and road conditions, including: Sunny and low-sun conditions, Rain and cloudy weather, Fog, Snow and snow-covered roads”
Mention your ability to communicate clearly and report issues effectively
— “Good communication skills and ability to report issues clearly.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

collect high-quality road data
operate specialized equipment
follow predefined routes

Typical background

drivingdata collection

Skills & requirements

Required

DrivingData CollectionRoute PlanningEquipment Operation

Preferred

ADAS TestingMapping

Stack & domain

DrivingData CollectionTechnical EquipmentDigital ToolsAttention To DetailCommunicationSafetyIndependenceResponsibilityAdaptabilityProblem-solvingADASMappingAutonomous Vehicle TestingAutomotive Data Collection

About the role

Original posting from TSMG via Lever

Project Overview
We are looking for experienced and safety-focused Test Drivers to support a road data collection project focused on capturing information about road signs, traffic lights, and other road infrastructure.
Drivers will operate a project vehicle along predefined routes and collect high-quality data using specialized equipment installed in the vehicle.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive assigned routes according to the daily schedule and project instructions.
Collect data on road signs, traffic lights, road markings, and other relevant road infrastructure.
Operate and monitor data collection equipment throughout each shift.
Follow predefined routes accurately and comply with all project procedures.
Drive safely in a variety of weather and road conditions, including:
Sunny and low-sun conditions
Rain and cloudy weather
Fog
Snow and snow-covered roads
Check equipment and data collection setup before and after each shift.
Safely handle and transfer project SSDs and other equipment as required.
Send collected SSDs to the Operations Lead after each shift, following the established project process.
Report any equipment issues, route deviations, incidents, or data collection problems promptly.
Maintain accurate records and follow all safety and operational guidelines.
Candidate Requirements:
Mandatory:
Valid driver's license and a strong, safe driving record.
5+ years of driving experience.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Clean criminal/background check.
Comfortable driving for extended periods and covering assigned routes independently.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and predefined routes.
Comfortable working with technical equipment and basic digital tools.
Strong attention to detail and responsibility for project equipment and collected data.
Willingness to drive in varying weather and road conditions, including snow.
Good communication skills and ability to report issues clearly.
Weather & Driving Conditions:
This project requires drivers to operate vehicles in diverse environmental conditions and locations. Depending on the assigned location and weather, driving may include rain, fog, low sun, snow, and snow-covered roads.
To support safe winter operations, winter tires and snow chains will be provided where required.
Work Environment:
This is a field-based role involving significant time on the road. Drivers should be comfortable working independently, following daily route assignments, and maintaining consistent data collection quality throughout each shift.
Previous experience in ADAS, mapping, autonomous vehicle testing, or other automotive data collection projects is strongly preferred.

Source: TSMG careers (Lever)