About the Role

As an AV Fleet Technician, you will execute maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks across vehicle and autonomous (AV) systems in a shop environment.

You will complete assigned work orders, follow SOPs, and support day-to-day fleet operations to keep vehicles safe and operational. This role provides hands-on experience with AV systems, diagnostics, and maintenance workflows while working alongside experienced technicians.

What You’ll Do

Work Order Execution

• Execute maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks on vehicles
• Complete work orders accurately and on time
• Perform inspections and basic repairs following SOPs

AV Systems Work

• Work with AV components including sensors, diagnostics, and system checks under guidance
• Capture logs, photos, and diagnostic data as required
• Follow defined workflows for AV-related tasks and escalate issues

SOP & Quality

• Follow SOPs to ensure safe and consistent execution
• Complete required documentation for all work performed

Team Execution

• Work under direction of Senior Technicians and Leads
• Participate in shift briefs, debriefs, and handoffs
• Escalate issues clearly and immediately

What We’re Looking For

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in fleet, automotive, or technical operations
• Basic experience with maintenance or mechanical systems
• Willingness to learn AV systems and diagnostics

Nice to Have

• Experience in a shop or garage environment
• Exposure to autonomous vehicle systems or sensors
• Familiarity with tools, inspections, or maintenance workflows

Mindset

• Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and accuracy
• Follows instructions and SOPs consistently
• Communicates clearly and escalates issues quickly
• Reliable and consistent in execution

Why Join Kodiak?

You will work hands-on with vehicles in a structured environment and gain experience with autonomous systems. This role provides the opportunity to build technical skills across diagnostics, maintenance, and AV technology while supporting fleet operations.

We are looking for a Technician to join us in building and maintaining our experimental and operations vehicles. 

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for modifications and maintenance to autonomous vehicle platforms.
• Inspect and certify operational state of vehicles.
• Work closely with design and validation engineers to aid in the development of hardware systems.
• Executing scheduled work according to scheduled uptime expectations
• Create and maintain vehicle maintenance documentation to shape fleet growth to scale.
• Completing assigned tasks while maintaining work quality and standards
• Help evaluate and maintain work instruction accuracy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, work environment

What you'll bring:

• Solid hands-on background. The ability to rely on previous experience or training to inspect and identify defects and failures within the fleet is required. These range from visual to operational in nature.
• Reliability and consistency. You have a track record of meticulous work. You are comfortable developing and practicing methodical service through the use of checklists, protocols, and work documentation.
• The ability to be self motivated and driven. The learning of process and maintaining a level of integrity with it is vital.
• Experience and competency using electrical tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, specialized wire crimpers, and diag based software for truck electronics.
• Clear communication. You are comfortable providing feedback to engineers, and sharing insights with the team at large to improve products and processes. You know how to collaborate, and when to get secondary inspection and review for safety-critical decisions.
• Innovative mindset. You like to find ways to improve the system you are working on. You can solve problems and complete tasks even when the path to the solution is not clear at the outset.
• Flexibility for additional days of work outside of the Tuesday through Saturday scheduled days, and potential for periodic travel to remote locations for short term onsite based support

Who should apply:

• Car Enthusiasts with a Passion for Technology: If you’ve always been fascinated by the way vehicles and technology intertwine and have a knack for IT systems, this role is for you.
• Robot Geeks with Hands-On Experience on Trucks: Candidates who enjoy tinkering with robotics or automation systems and have worked on trucks or other vehicles will thrive in this position.
• Computer-Savvy Mechanics: If you’ve been working on vehicles and are ready to expand your expertise into IT and system integration, we’d love to hear from you.
• Gearheads Looking for a Challenge: Individuals who are eager to solve complex problems and push the boundaries of automotive technology will excel in this role.

What we offer:

• Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.
• Competitive salary, equity and benefits, including medical, dental & vision.

In this role, you will:

• Lead & Supervise – Own your work, jump in where needed and provide direction and support to our team of technicians, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to safety standards
• Oversee Daily Operations – Manage workflows, assign tasks, and ensure all maintenance, repairs, and servicing are completed on time
• Project Management – Keep track of the fleet, prototype builds, and test requests - ensuring we have everything needed to keep the team running smoothly
• Ensure Safety & Compliance – Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant shop environment by enforcing policies and procedures
• Optimize Efficiency – Continuously improve technician processes to maximize productivity and minimize downtime
• Cross Functionality – Work closely with multiple engineering teams to facilitate building and testing prototypes

What you'll bring:

• Leadership & Experience – You have 7+ years of experience in an engineering/technician department, with a proven track record of leading teams
• Preferably autonomous vehicle or electrical vehicle experience.
• Technical Know-How – Experience working in the trucking, logistics, or automotive industries is a huge plus
• Problem-Solving Mindset – You excel at troubleshooting challenges and finding creative solutions to keep operations running smoothly
• Organizational Skills – You know how to prioritize tasks, manage inventory, and streamline workflows efficiently
• Strong Communication – You can effectively communicate with technicians, leadership, and external vendors
• Commitment to Safety – You ensure that all work is performed safely and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Accrued PTO and generous parental leave policies
• Facility is located in Lancaster, TX - 3901 Corporate Dr Ste 300
• Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

As an Operations Supervisor, Testing, you’ll oversee daily autonomous vehicle (AV) test operations across Kodiak’s ODD’s. You’ll lead a team of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators, ensuring all test runs are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest operational standards.

This role combines hands-on technical understanding with people leadership and strategic coordination. You’ll manage shift performance, enforce safety and compliance standards, and collaborate closely with Engineering and Operations Management to continuously improve test execution and data quality.

If you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, lead with composure, and take pride in driving operational excellence, this role is for you.

Once every four weeks, you'll travel to a remote industrial testing site with sparse amenities to oversee a dedicated on-site crew executing a dynamic mix of industrial-scale testing activities, including:

• New customer truck bring-up and integration
• New software deployment validation
• Additional software testing as project needs evolve

What You’ll Do

• Supervise daily testing operations while actively supporting on-site test execution and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with Kodiak’s SOPs, safety policies, and project priorities.
• Collaborate with other supervisors in order to execute tests in with a shared pool of Test Specialists, Safety Drivers, and Assisted Autonomy Operators to maintain consistent throughput and fleet utilization.
• Act as the on-shift decision-maker for operational issues, escalating critical matters as appropriate.
• Track and report shift-level performance metrics such as throughput, test completion rate, and issue resolution.
• Review team documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper escalation and communication standards.
• Identify process gaps or performance trends and implement corrective actions in partnership with management and engineering teams.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions, ride-alongs, and evaluations to support skill development and operational consistency.
• Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all testing teams.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and CDL/HOS compliance requirements where applicable.
• Partner with other Supervisors, Leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless shift handoffs, shared situational awareness, and aligned priorities.

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

• 3+ years in AV testing, fleet operations, or related automotive environments.
• Demonstrated success in a working-lead or supervisory role within a fast-paced, safety-critical setting.

Background:

• Strong understanding of AV systems, testing workflows, and operational safety practices.
• Proven ability to manage shift-based teams while maintaining high productivity and morale.

Industry Knowledge:

• Familiarity with autonomous systems, fleet management, and test execution processes.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and operational risk management principles.

Strong Communicator:

• Skilled at maintaining calm, structured communication under pressure.
• Able to convey complex operational details clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Leadership Mindset:

• Leads with accountability and composure, balancing team oversight with hands-on involvement.
• Drives continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and process discipline across the test organization.

Why Join Kodiak?

At Kodiak, you’ll work at the forefront of autonomous trucking, helping shape safety and compliance frameworks that will define the industry. Your work will directly contribute to real-world deployments, regulatory readiness, and the safe scaling of breakthrough technology. Join us in creating the foundation that will make autonomous trucking not only possible, but trusted and safe at scale.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Product Operations Specialist to join our team in Lancaster, TX. This role bridges the gap between our Product/Engineering teams and our Operations/Field teams. You will own optimizing, and developing mechanisms that enable product operations to scale our operational footprint. This role is based full-time in our Lancaster office.

In this role, you will:

• Process Design and Scalability: Partner closely with Program, Engineering, and Ops to design, document, and stand up processes that support operational scalability for our autonomous vehicle technology.
• Feedback Loop Management: Own the feedback loop between Field Ops and Product & Engineering, translating operational needs into actionable product and engineering requirements.
• Feature Deployment & Validation: Work with cross-functional teams to rapidly test, validate, and deploy new product features in an operationally-intensive environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between Product, Engineering, Field Operations, and other teams to ensure alignment and smooth feature adoption.
• Operational Excellence: Focus on driving attention to detail and timeliness in product deployment and operational workflows.
• Performance Monitoring: Define operational KPIs and monitor product performance in the field, communicating insights and risks to stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear, data-driven updates on product-related operational progress, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability: Ability to get gritty and operate in spaces that are not yet well defined and are subject to rapid and unexpected changes

What you'll bring:

• 3+ years of experience in Product Operations, Technical Program Management, or a similar role at an operational-intensive technology company.
• Highly analytical with a proven ability to use data to drive process improvements and product decisions, e.g., Kibana/Elastic.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a track record of driving timely execution in complex environments.
• Outstanding people and communication skills, with demonstrated experience working across diverse teams (e.g., Engineering, Field Operations, Product).
• Must be willing to work full-time in the Lancaster, TX office.
• A non-technical degree is acceptable, but evidence of some technical aptitude or "nerdiness" is a plus.
• Adeptness in leveraging generative AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance clarity and quality in stakeholder communication.
• Additional experience in the following areas is also a plus
  
  • Operations research, industrial engineering, and/or process optimization
  • Autonomy, mobility, supply chain, or logistics
  • Working in both a startup and a larger company environment

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and  MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• MetLife Legal Services, Identity & Fraud Protection, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, & Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible PTO, 10 paid holidays, and generous parental leave policies
• Office perks: free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation) 
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

About the Role

We are looking for experienced commercial drivers to join our Lancaster operations as Assisted Autonomy Drivers to help us deploy our autonomous technology. Our team is on the cutting edge of working with our partners to improve and integrate our technology in real world conditions. Assisted Autonomy allows a trained CDL driver to remotely control a self-driving truck in certain low-speed situations-like tight yards or complex drop-off areas-where a human touch is helpful. It blends remote support with onboard autonomy to create a solution that enables safety and flexibility. All Assisted Autonomy drivers must be experienced and fully licensed, and operate a remote assistance station with intuitive controls including a steering wheel, pedals and brakes to provide guidance to the Kodiak Driver.

What You'll Bring

- Class A CDL License with clean driving record

- A minimum of 3+ years of verifiable and recent Class A experience

- Ability to pass a background check and practical road test

- Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical

- Comfortable working with computers, willing to be flexible with growing responsibilities over time, a growth mindset

- Passion for being a part of the future of transportation

- High School Diploma or Equivalent

- Safety Minded

- Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights, weekends and holidays

- Requires frequent sitting and driving

- Be able to understand and execute complex testing requirements under test specialist coordination

What We Offer

Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.

- $34/hr base pay with a 4 day on / 3 day off schedule

- Local work only

- Double time for holiday pay

- Two weeks paid vacation plus one week paid sick time, available your first year

- Cell phone subsidy

- Excellent medical, dental & vision plans

- 90% of monthly healthcare premiums paid for employee and 75% paid for dependents

- 401k plan

- Clean, newer vehicles

- Snacks and Drinks provided

- Driver Referral Bonus Plan: $3k per hired referral

- And much more!

We are looking for experienced commercial drivers to join our Lancaster operations as Assisted Autonomy Drivers to help us deploy our autonomous technology.  Our team is on the cutting edge of working with our partners to improve and integrate our technology in real world conditions. Assisted Autonomy allows a trained CDL driver to remotely control a self-driving truck in certain low-speed situations—like tight yards or complex drop-off areas—where a human touch is helpful. It blends remote support with onboard autonomy to create a solution that enables safety and flexibility. All Assisted Autonomy drivers must be experienced and fully licensed, and operate a remote assistance station with intuitive controls including a steering wheel, pedals and brakes to provide guidance to the Kodiak Driver.

What you'll bring:

• Class A CDL License with clean driving record
• A min. of 3+ years of verifiable and recent Class A experience
• Ability to pass a background check and practical road test
• Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical
• Comfortable working with computers, willing to be flexible with growing responsibilities over time, a growth mindset
• Passion for being a part of the future of transportation
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Safety Minded
• Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights
• Requires frequent sitting and driving

What we offer:

• Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.
• $34/hr with a 5 day on and 2 day off schedule, great pay and great time off
• Local work only
• Double time for holiday pay
• Two weeks paid vacation plus one week paid sick time, available your first year
• Cell phone subsidy
• Excellent medical, dental & vision plans
• 90% of monthly healthcare premiums paid for employee and 75% paid for dependents
• 401k plan
• Clean, newer vehicles
• Snacks and Drinks provided
• Driver Referral Bonus Plan, $3k per hired referral 
• And much more! 

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Manager to lead development of software solutions that support the Kodiak Command & Field Operations teams, and our customers. As a Kodiak Product Manager, you will shape the future of autonomous trucking by delivering tools for real-time operations, fleet efficiency, and mission-critical logistics. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and additional teams across our Lancaster and Mountain View offices, you will ensure these tools directly enable our autonomous vehicles to operate safely, reliably, and at scale—impacting everything from commercial freight to national defense.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Scope: Be the directly responsible individual (DRI) for the full product lifecycle for your area of responsibility—from user research, through product requirements and design, to development, testing, deployment, and feedback.
• Mandate: Enable our Operations team to maximize the efficiency of our owned & operated, and unlock customer ground crews to efficiently manage customer-owned self-driving vehicles, through operational tools that enable remote fleet management, routing, monitoring, support, and troubleshooting.
• Execution: Work with the end user and cross-functional teams to drive the end-to-end process from needs identification to feature implementation, and remove any blockers to ensure the product is deployed successfully to meet the end user’s expectations.
• Prioritization: Prioritize features and adjust for changes in Kodiak’s commercial and competitive context.
• Product definition: Define requirements to ensure they meet end user needs. Work closely with engineering to ensure the right product is built.
• Performance monitoring: Define and track KPIs, understand the state of our product readiness, and communicate progress to our customers.
• User feedback: Be the primary voice of the product and the end user, working closely with Kodiak’s customers to gain trust and channel feedback to internal teams.
• Communication: Provide clear updates to leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams on program progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Travel: Visit customer locations to gather detailed feedback from the field, and summarize and present to stakeholders. Periodic travel also required to Kodiak headquarters in Mountain View, CA.

What you’ll bring:

• 8+ years experience working in Product Management, ideally in operations management, autonomous vehicles, robotics, supply chain management, and/or logistics
• Experience with state-of-the-art web and mobile operations tools and remote monitoring systems
• Demonstrated experience deploying software products in operations-intensive environments
• Comfortable leading strategy & execution in the midst of ambiguity and a dynamic market
• Strong design sensibility and experience working with user experience researchers and interaction designers
• Experience building credibility and strong relationships within engineering and operations teams, and with external stakeholders and customers
• Technical degree or equivalent background in engineering, computer science, or a related field
• Additional experience in the following areas is a plus:
  
  • Operations research, industrial engineering, and/or process optimization
  • Autonomy, mobility, supply chain, or logistics
  • Working in both a startup and a larger company environment

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
• Our office is centrally located in Lancaster, TX
• Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

As Program Manager, Industrial Operations, you will serve as the operational DRI for industrial operating rhythm and cross-functional execution management. You will run the operating rhythm and drive disciplined execution across cross-functional teams, ensuring delivery commitments are supported by clear plans and consistent follow-through.

This role is execution-focused and embedded in the work. You will partner across Operations, Product, Engineering, and customer stakeholders to bring structure to complex operational environments, reduce friction, and improve delivery consistency. You will surface and elevate risks and tradeoffs early while helping teams move from reactive execution to structured, repeatable operating discipline.

If you thrive in fast-moving environments and enjoy turning ambiguity into clarity and momentum, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

Execution & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as the operational DRI for execution, ensuring priorities, timelines, and owners are clearly defined and tracked.
• Run the industrial operating cadence (readiness review, program review, weekly cross-functional execution review) with structured follow-through.
• Support scaling industrial operations by improving execution predictability, reducing recurring issues, and increasing operational readiness as program volume grows.
• Partner closely with Product, Operations and Engineering to improve execution efficiency and follow-through across field-facing work.
• Standardize how field issues are captured, prioritized, and communicated across teams to drive timely resolution.
• Support alignment between operational execution and SLA-related commitments, proactively surfacing gaps and risks.
• Surface and elevate key risks, trade offs, and decision points early, ensuring timely alignment and resolution across stakeholders.

Operational Readiness & Process Improvement

• Spend time in the field to understand workflows firsthand and translate insights into durable improvements.
• Coordinate the reduction in manual workflows and recurring breakdowns by implementing lightweight structure that improves consistency.
• Support rollout of standard work, documentation, and repeatable processes that scale with program growth.
• Support service and fleet readiness by reducing Engineering load.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in program management, operations, or technical operations roles.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional execution in dynamic or field-based environments.
• Experience working with hardware and software systems in production environments.

Industry Exposure (Nice to Have)

• Exposure to logistics, trucking, operations, or integration-heavy environments.
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicles, autonomous operations, or the broader AV industry.

Mindset

• Strong execution orientation with disciplined follow-through.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure where it does not yet exist.
• Clear communicator who escalates early with context and recommended options.
• Focused on building repeatable systems that improve consistency and scale.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and  MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• MetLife Legal Services, Identity & Fraud Protection, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, & Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible PTO, 10 paid holidays, and generous parental leave policies
• Office perks: free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation) 
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)