Wayve
DemoOperator
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“Demo Operator at Wayve. Skills: Demo operations, Vehicle operation, Stakeholder communication. Operate and supervise vehicle safety during demos. Serve as on-site point of contact”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring that our demo operations run smoothly; Evaluating and improving the effectiveness of our demo sessions, operational procedures and delivery methods
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Onsite at our office in Tokyo and Yokohama, Monday to Friday role during core working hours, Occasional weekend availability may be required, Lieu time provided, Disclose any second job, Subject to a health check, Employment contingent upon passing training, pre-employment checks and ongoing drug/alcohol testing, Tested for drugs and alcohol during onsite interview, Requires full clean Japanese driving licence, Requires at least 8 years' driving experience, Requires no blameworthy insurance claims in the past three years
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Full clean Japanese driving licence, At least 8 years' driving experience - mainly in Japan, No blameworthy insurance claims in the past three years, Calm and controlled in a pressured environment, Take on board feedback and learn from mistakes, Enjoy working with people, Thrive in a team environment, Manage wellbeing including fatigue, stress, Proven experience as a demo operator or similar role, Leadership and communication skills, Ability to work under pressure, Manage multiple priorities, Excellent problem-solving skills, Attention to detail, Deliver clear, structured explanations of system capabilities, limitations, and performance, Respond decisively to last-minute changes, Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office suite, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Excellent time management and organisational skills, Fluent in English and Japanese
Nice to Have
Prior experience in vehicle testing, AV environments, or technical demonstrations, Knowledge of AV technology or autonomous systems, Customer-facing or hospitality experience
What You'll Do.
Operate and supervise vehicle safety during demos
Serve as on-site point of contact
Prepare vehicles and equipment for demonstration runs
Provide clear explanations of system capabilities
Ensure adherence to safety protocols
Maintain professional and engaging demeanour
Plan and optimise demo routes
Adapt demo content and delivery style
Respond flexibly to last-minute changes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with internal teams during demo operations; Provide clear explanations to stakeholders; Support engineering and development teams; Leadership and communication skills with stakeholders
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Leadership and communication skills; Deliver clear, structured explanations
Full Job Description
About us Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems. Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving. In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us—we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future. At Wayve, your contributions matter. We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment; we back each other to deliver impact. Make Wayve the experience that defines your career! The role In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our demo operations run smoothly by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of our demo sessions, operational procedures and delivery methods. Key responsibilities: Operate and supervise the vehicle safety during demos in real-time, ensuring safety and compliance at all times. Serve as the on-site point of contact for external guests and internal teams during demo operations. Prepare vehicles and equipment for demonstration runs. Provide clear explanations of system capabilities and performance to stakeholders. Log issues, anomalies, and observations to support engineering and development teams. Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including interventions when necessary. Maintain a professional and engaging demeanour as a brand ambassador. Plan and optimise demo routes, making real-time adjustments based on traffic, road conditions, or audience needs. Adapt demo content and delivery style based on the audience (e.g., partners
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