AV Test Support Specialist

Who we are

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation. 

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations. 

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy AV Test Support Specialist to assist in the testing and validation of autonomous trucks. In this critical role, you will monitor vehicle performance, operate testing software, log key observations, and ensure seamless data collection during test runs. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, comfortable working with advanced vehicle technology, and capable of providing real-time feedback to engineers to enhance system performance.

This role is onsite at our Denison, TX office!

What you'll do

• Monitor and operate the onboard test computer of the autonomous truck during test runs
• Execute test protocols, providing necessary commands and adjustments to ensure smooth and safe operations
• Observe and document vehicle behavior, road interactions, and system performance in real-time logs
• Communicate observations and potential system issues clearly to the engineering teams
• Perform basic troubleshooting and assist engineers in diagnosing software/hardware issues
• Ensure strict compliance with safety protocols and operational guidelines throughout testing
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip system checks to verify proper functioning of software, sensors, and onboard systems
• Collaborate closely with safety drivers and engineering teams to enhance system efficiency and reliability
• Maintain detailed test reports and logs to support continuous software improvements

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in engineering, computer science, automotive technology, or a related field (preferred but not required)
• Strong familiarity with computer systems, vehicle diagnostics, and logging software
• Ability to analyze and interpret real-time data effectively
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and structured feedback
• High attention to detail, ensuring accurate documentation of test observations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new testing protocols
• Flexibility to travel and work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience in vehicle testing, automotive technology, robotics, or telematics
  Familiarity with data visualization tools for test analysis is a plus
  Understanding of commercial vehicle operations and safety standards
  Experience with two-way radio communication is a bonus

More about Gatik

Founded in 2017 by experts in autonomous vehicle technology, Gatik has rapidly expanded its presence to Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Arkansas, and Toronto. As the first and only company to achieve fully driverless middle-mile commercial deliveries, Gatik holds a unique and defensible position in the AV industry, with a clear trajectory toward sustainable growth and profitability.

We have delivered complete, proprietary AV technology - an integration of software and hardware - to enable earlier successes for our clients in constrained Level 4 autonomy.  By choosing the middle mile – with defined point-to-point delivery, we have simplified some of the more complex AV challenges, enabling us to achieve full autonomy ahead of competitors. Given extensive knowledge of Gatik’s well-defined, fixed route ODDs and hybrid architecture, we are able to hyper-optimize our models with exponentially less data, establish gate-keeping mechanisms to maintain explainabil