Validation Driver Operations

About MooveMoove is building the world’s largest fleet and best-in-class technologies to power mobility platforms. Our flagship Drive-to-Own (DTO) product democratises access to vehicle ownership with a revolutionary revenue-based financing model, enabling underserved mobility entrepreneurs to thrive.Our global growth has been fuelled by our partnership with Uber and backed by leading investors and lenders, including Uber, Mubadala, BlackRock, and many others. Today, Moove operates the world's largest manned & autonomous ride-hail fleet, with 38k+ vehicles across 29 cities, 13 countries and 6 continents enabled by 2.1k+ employees – Moove continues to expand through strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Uber. We’re transforming mobility to be safer, more efficient, and accessible to all, while creating economic opportunities and supporting skills development in the mobility sector.About the RoleAs a Validation Driver, you are the certified human safety operator on board Moove AV's autonomous vehicles during the pilot phase. You do not drive the vehicle in the traditional sense. The AV system drives itself. Your job is to monitor the system in real time, communicate clearly with the Remote Operations Centre, log every event accurately, and take manual control the moment the situation requires it.This is a safety-critical, technology-facing role. You will work alongside the engineering team and the Validation Trainer, following structured validation protocols and contributing to the data that shapes how the AV system improves. You need to be calm under pressure, precise in your documentation, fluent in English, and comfortable with digital tools and onboard software systems.What You’ll be DoingIn-Vehicle Safety MonitoringOccupy the driver seat during all autonomous vehicle operations and maintain continuous situational awareness at all timesMonitor the AV system's driving behavior, sensor alerts, and onboard displays throughout every shiftTake immediate manual control of the vehicle if the system requests intervention or if you assess that a safety situation requires itCommunicate in real time with the Remote Operations Centre (ROC) using onboard communication tools, providing clear and accurate status updates in EnglishFollow all pre-trip, in-trip, and post-trip safety checklists without exceptionRoute Validation and Scenario LoggingComplete defined validation routes in Dubai as directed by the Validation Trainer and the engineering teamLog all system events, interventions, anomalies, and environmental observations accurately using onboard and digital logging toolsRecord takeover events with precise detail (trigger, location, speed, context, and outcome) using the prescribed formatPhotograph and document any road conditions, signage anomalies, or infrastructure changes that may affect AV performanceSubmit all shift logs and incident reports before end of shift, with no gaps or incomplete entriesDigital Reporting and CommunicationUse the onboard interface and fleet management systems to complete digital shift reports and vehicle status logsCommunicate all findings in written English clearly enough for engineering teams to act on without follow-up clarificationFlag concerns, near-misses, and system behaviors that feel unusual, even if no intervention was required, through the correct escalation channelParticipate in daily debriefs with the Validation Trainer and contribute accurate shift summaries verbally and in writingVehicle ReadinessConduct a thorough pre-trip physical inspection of the vehicle including sensor hardware, lights, tyres, and mirrors before every shiftReport any physical damage, sensor misalignment, or equipment fault immediately to the Validation Trainer before the vehicle movesEnsure the vehicle is clean, charged or fuelled to standard, and correctly equipped before departureComplete post-trip vehicle checks and park the vehicle correctly at the depot at the end of every shiftWhat You will need for this positionValid UAE driving license with a clean record and no major violations in the past three yearsMinimum 3 years of active driving experience in the UAE or GCC, with strong familiarity with Dubai roads and traffic conditionsProfessional-level English: you must be able to read, write, and speak English clearly enough to communicate with engineers, write incident reports, and operate digital systems without assistanceComfortable with technology: able to operate tablets, touchscreens, and onboard software systems confidently. Previous experience with fleet apps, delivery platforms, or any work-based digital tool is an advantageCalm and composed under pressure. The ability to make a rapid, correct decision in an unexpected situation is the most important quality this role demandsHigh attention to detail: precise, consistent, and thorough in checklists, logs, and verbal reportingRTA safety driver certification or AV/ADAS vehicle experience is a strong advantage. Training will be pr