Tesla is Seeking Drivers to Test Autopilot in New York
Tesla has announced a recruitment for full-time driver-operators in New York. Candidates are expected to spend five to eight hours a day behind the wheel, collecting data, providing feedback, and performing analytical tasks.
New York is one of the most challenging places to drive due to the high volume of traffic and pedestrians. It is here that Tesla plans to improve its autonomous driving technology. The vacancy offers work in Flushing with a flexible schedule and an hourly wage from $25.25 to $30.60.
What is Required from Candidates?
Drivers will work with engineering vehicles, recording audio and video data for further testing. They must also:
Robotaxi doesn’t flinch at weekend traffic
Currently, Tesla does not have a permit to test fully autonomous vehicles in New York, so drivers will remain an integral part of the process. The company is already using a similar approach in San Francisco, where autonomous cars operate in taxi mode with a driver behind the wheel.
These steps are in line with Tesla’s statement about plans to launch a robotic taxi by 2026. Despite the complex city conditions, the company is confident that its technologies will be able to work effectively even in such congested areas.