Contract Vehicle Operations Specialist (Bilingual Spanish)

WeRide.ai

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San Jose, CA on site Until 9/5/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 7, 2026 Last posted July 7, 2026
Job description
WeRide is a smart mobility start-up whose mission is to transform mobility with autonomous driving. We are committed to build better transportation experience that’s safe, efficient, affordable and joyful. We have an elite team of entrepreneurs and technologists who share the same passion and pursue continuous excellence in their work.   

What you will do:

  • Thoroughly understand how our self-driving technology works.
  • Stay on top of countless daily changes, both big and small.
  • Safely operate test vehicles for up to 8 hours a day to evaluate and help improve our autonomous driving system.
  • Consistently make exceptional judgment calls.
  • Share detailed feedback on our technology and top priorities with engineers and managers.
  • Be the voice of the company to self-driving enthusiasts and curious onlookers.
  • Demonstrate work flexibility in a startup environment – responsibilities include: regularly washing company vehicles, garage maintenance support, carrying things as needed, picking up co-workers (when on business trips), and any other non in vehicle task ad hoc task as needed.

Requirements:

  • 2 years of experience as an AV (Autonomous Vehicle) Safety Officer.
  • Strong focus on safety first.
  • Excellent communication skills, fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Commitment to significant time overseas (>25% in the Middle East and Europe) training new safety drivers.

Preferred to have

  • Proven record of success thriving in a team setting.
  • Passion for vehicles and/or experience in vehicle maintenance.
  • Expertise in vehicle technology.
  • Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus.

Compensation (from employer):
28–40 USD per-hour-wage

About this role

Summary

Operate test vehicles, evaluate systems, and communicate feedback for autonomous driving technology.

Job title

Contract Vehicle Operations Specialist (Bilingual Spanish)

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

San Jose, CA, on-site with travel abroad

Salary

$0k–$0k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver's licensebilingual in English and Spanishauto safety

Preferred skills

vehicle maintenancevehicle technology

Specializations

autonomous vehiclesvehicle safetydriving
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City