Austin Bishop
About Austin Bishop
Austin Bishop serves as an Instructor of Senior Autonomous Vehicle Specialists and Software Operator at Waymo, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in field testing autonomous vehicle software and combines his educational background in Supply Chain with practical experiences to enhance workplace innovation.
Work at Transdev
Austin Bishop has been employed at Transdev since 2019, serving as an Instructor of Senior Autonomous Vehicle Specialists and Software Operator onsite at Waymo. His role involves training personnel in the operation of autonomous vehicles and ensuring the effective implementation of software systems. He has been instrumental in field testing the latest iterations of autonomous vehicle software, focusing on safety and behavioral assessments. His work contributes to the development and refinement of autonomous vehicle technology in Chandler, Arizona.
Previous Experience at Adecco
Before joining Transdev, Austin Bishop worked at Adecco as an Autonomous Vehicle Operator onsite at Waymo for a period of three months in 2019. During this time, he gained practical experience in the operation of autonomous vehicles, which laid the foundation for his current role. His experience at Adecco provided him with insights into the operational aspects of autonomous vehicle technology.
Education and Expertise
Austin Bishop holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Arizona State University, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also earned an Associate's degree in Business/Commerce from Mesa Community College, completing his studies from 2011 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in supply chain principles, which he integrates into his work in autonomous vehicle operations.
Technical Collaboration and Reporting
In his current role, Austin Bishop collaborates closely with release managers, engineering teams, and dispatchers. He is responsible for creating reports and providing detailed technical feedback regarding the performance of autonomous vehicle software. His responsibilities include independently verifying new software features throughout their lifecycle and troubleshooting any issues that arise, ensuring that the technology operates effectively and safely.
Innovative Ideas from Global Experiences
Austin Bishop combines his educational background in supply chain management with his global backpacking experiences to foster innovative ideas in the workplace. This unique perspective allows him to approach challenges in autonomous vehicle operations creatively, contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and technologies in his field.