Senior Vehicle Test Operator

We're looking for an experienced Senior Vehicle Test Operator to join our team in Berlin and help test the technology behind Vay's remotely driven vehicles. Testing happens on real vehicles, across real-world driving environments. You'll be among the first people to test new vehicle software and hardware, both through manual driving and remote operation.

What you'll do

• Execute vehicle-level testing across software, hardware and driving systems
• Carry out pre-defined test cases from our engineering team, following clear test scripts and reporting exactly what you find
• Flash ECUs and troubleshoot vehicle issues using OBD, CAN traces and other diagnostic tools
• Use CANoe or similar tools to investigate vehicle behaviour
• Collect test data and provide clear, structured test reports
• Identify, reproduce and document software and hardware bugs
• Work alongside engineering teams, providing the on-the-ground eyes and data they need to investigate issues and validate fixes
• Support both manual and remote vehicle testing

What you'll need

• Around 3+ years of hands-on experience in vehicle testing, test operations or a related field
• An EU driving licence, a clean driving record and at least 5 years of driving experience
• Confidence driving safely and responsibly in different testing scenarios
• Confidence troubleshooting technical issues and documenting findings clearly
• Strong attention to detail across testing, bug reporting and test documentation
• The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and take ownership of your work
• An interest in remotely driven, autonomous or connected vehicle technology
• Good working English

Nice to have

• Safety driver or test driver training
• Experience with automotive communication protocols and diagnostics, particularly CAN and OBD
• Experience using CANoe or similar automotive testing and diagnostic tools
• Experience with Jira or other bug-tracking tools
• A technical qualification or background in automotive, electronics, mechatronics or a related field

What they offer

• EIP stock options
• Unlimited Paid Vacation Days
• Subsidised Deutschland ticket (Berlin)
• Subsidised Urban Sports Club or FitX Membership
• 30% off Vay rides
• Relocation financial assistance and fully funded German lessons