<div class="content-intro"><p>Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), founded in 2018, is a leader in Physical AI, developing driverless technology that powers machines that move. Its Kodiak Driver is a vehicle-agnostic autonomous driving system that combines AI-powered software with modular hardware. Today it operates in long-haul trucking, industrial trucking, and defense. In 2024, Kodiak launched commercial Driver-as-a-Service operations with no one in the cab, and plans to launch driverless long-haul service between Dallas and Houston by the end of 2026.<br><br>Kodiak has partnered with many of the biggest names in freight, including Bosch for scaled hardware production, AWS, and leading customers including Atlas Energy Solutions, IKEA, Bridgestone, Werner Enterprises, C.R. England, Roehl Transport, and General Dynamics Land Systems.</p></div><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As an <strong>Operations Supervisor, Testing</strong>, 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, lead with composure, and take pride in driving operational excellence, this role is for you.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">New customer truck bring-up and integration</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">New software deployment validation</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Additional software testing as project needs evolve</span></li> </ul> <p class="p1"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></span></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Supervise daily testing operations while actively supporting on-site test execution and troubleshooting.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ensure all testing activities comply with Kodiak’s SOPs, safety policies, and project priorities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Act as the on-shift decision-maker for operational issues, escalating critical matters as appropriate.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Track and report shift-level performance metrics such as throughput, test completion rate, and issue resolution.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Review team documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper escalation and communication standards.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify process gaps or performance trends and implement corrective actions in partnership with management and engineering teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions, ride-alongs, and evaluations to support skill development and operational consistency.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all testing teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-se