Vehicle Driver – Remote, Safety & Field Support Tracks

Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?

We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.

We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from Grab. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.

What’s happening at Vay

• First to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside & currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.
• We've partnered with Kodiak to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.
• We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!
• ...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US & Europe 🚀

The Role

As a Vehicle Driver at Vay, you will operate and support remotely driven vehicles in Las Vegas as part of a structured, safety-first mobility system.

All candidates go through one unified hiring process. Based on performance, experience, and operational needs, you will be assigned to one of the following tracks at offer stage:

• Remote Driver (in-office vehicle operation station)
• Safety Driver (training & testing support)
• Field Support Agent (fleet operations & vehicle readiness)

Each track plays a critical role in keeping our system safe, reliable, and operational.

What you'll do

Remote Driver Track

• Operate vehicles remotely from our Las Vegas driving station
• Deliver vehicles safely to customers within the service area
• Maintain exceptional situational awareness and hazard anticipation
• Follow strict safety and escalation protocols
• Support engineering feedback and system improvement

Safety Driver Track

• Act as in-vehicle Safety Driver during remote driver training
• Execute mapping and engineering test drives
• Support system validation and connectivity testing
• Communicate clearly with engineers and remote drivers
• Follow defined test plans and operating procedures without deviation

Field Support Agent Track

• Rebalance vehicles across Las Vegas
• Charge, clean, and inspect vehicles before deployment
• Complete pre- and post-drive safety checklists
• Support customer handoffs and pickups when required
• Ensure vehicles are road-ready at all times

What We’re Looking For

Minimum requirements:

• 25 years of age or older
• Valid Nevada driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass drug screening (including THC)
• Flexible availability across morning, afternoon, and night shifts (5 days over 7)
• Strong safety mindset and disciplined decision-making
• Comfortable using digital tools and technology
• Minimum 1+ years Professional driving experience (autonomous, bus, limo, rideshare, delivery, fleet, taxi, testing environments, etc.)
• Gaming or simulator experience is a plus for candidates aligned to the Remote Driver track.

Compensation & Progression

• Field Support Agent & Safety Driver Tracks: $18/hour
• Remote Driver Track: $18/hour during training, increasing up to $25/hour upon certification
• Remote Drivers: are eligible for a monthly safety performance bonus

This structure provides a clear internal progression pathway:Field Support / Safety → Remote Driver certification → Higher earning potential

All roles are hourly (W2), are 40 hours per week with different shift patterns available & eligible for overtime.

Why choose Vay

💪 A global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality.

🌍 Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environment

🌴 Paid Vacation Days

🎫 401(k) programme

🏥 Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 

🚗 All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay rides

🛍️ Exclusive external discounts

🎊 Regular team events throughout the year

🍎 Snacks & drinks in our Las Vegas office 

For more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this link. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.

We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.