Operations Supervisor, Autonomous Vehicle Testing

kodiak • United States

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Kodiak Robotics seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead daily autonomous vehicle (AV) test operations across its ODDs. You will oversee a team of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant test execution. Requires 3+ years in AV testing or fleet operations, strong leadership, and deep understanding of AV systems and safety compliance.

Key Highlights

Lead daily AV test operations and manage a team of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators.

Ensure compliance with SOPs, safety policies, and CDL/HOS regulations across all test runs.

Collaborate with engineering and operations to enhance test execution, data quality, and process discipline.

Travel every four weeks to a remote industrial testing site for specialized testing campaigns.

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Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily testing operations while actively supporting on-site test execution and troubleshooting.

Ensure all testing activities comply with Kodiak’s SOPs, safety policies, and project priorities.

Collaborate with other supervisors to execute tests with a shared pool of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators to maintain consistent throughput and fleet utilization.

Act as the on-shift decision-maker for operational issues, escalating critical matters as appropriate.

Track and report shift-level performance metrics such as throughput, test completion rate, and issue resolution.

Review team documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper escalation and communication standards.

Identify process gaps or performance trends and implement corrective actions in partnership with management and engineering teams.

Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions, ride-alongs, and evaluations to support skill development and operational consistency.

Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all testing teams.

Ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and CDL/HOS compliance requirements where applicable.

Partner with other Supervisors, Leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless shift handoffs, shared situational awareness, and aligned priorities.

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Technical Skills Required

Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Testing Fleet Operations Safety Compliance (CDL/HOS)

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (including infertility benefits)

Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies

Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance

Wellbeing benefits (Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health)

Fidelity 401(k)

Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA

Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

Job Description

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.As an

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