Shift Lead

Wayve is an AI company developing autonomous driving technology that learns from real-world experience rather than relying on pre-mapped routes or hand-coded rules. Their platform works with global vehicle manufacturers to enable vehicles to navigate complex urban environments safely and efficiently. The company operates a distributed testing program across multiple continents to validate and improve their AI systems.

The Fleet Operations team in Leonberg is responsible for the day-to-day execution of on-road testing and vehicle deployment. As Shift Lead, you would manage this critical operational layer, overseeing teams of Vehicle Safety Operators and ensuring that testing activities meet the company's safety and performance standards.

What you'll do

• Direct and mentor Vehicle Safety Operators throughout your shift, providing clear guidance and support while monitoring task completion and individual performance

• Manage shift schedules, task assignments, and resource allocation to meet operational targets and company KPIs

• Conduct documented one-on-one check-ins with each team member monthly, addressing performance issues and supporting professional development

• Enforce safety protocols and operational procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations

• Monitor the quality of vehicle testing activities, documenting any issues and escalating concerns to the Quality Assurance team

• Serve as the incident response lead on your shift, following the company's Major Incident Management Plan and preparing detailed reports

• Prepare shift documentation covering performance metrics, incidents, and any deviations from standard procedures

• Work with Quality Assurance to coordinate training initiatives for your team

• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement solutions to maintain continuity and efficiency

• Act as the primary communicator between your team, management, and other departments during operating hours

What you'll bring

• A full, clean German driving license with a minimum of five years driving experience in Europe

• Demonstrated ability to remain composed and effective under pressure

• A growth mindset that welcomes feedback and learns from setbacks

• Strong interpersonal skills and genuine enjoyment of collaborative team environments

• Healthy personal strategies for managing stress, fatigue, and overall wellbeing

• Prior experience coordinating teams or in a similar supervisory capacity

• Excellent leadership and communication abilities in individual, team, and cross-departmental settings

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple competing priorities

• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office applications

• Fluency in both English and German

• Problem-solving ability and meticulous attention to detail

Nice to have

• Background leading vehicle testing, autonomous vehicle environments, or technical demonstrations

• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle technology or AV systems

• T1 and T2 Bertha certifications

What they offer

• Full-time permanent employment

• Shift-based work with rotating early (6:30–15:00) and late (14:30–23:00) schedules, including weekends and public holidays

• Primarily onsite work at the Leonberg office with limited remote flexibility by exception

• Subject to health screening and random drug and alcohol testing as part of employment conditions