Role Overview

We’re hiring an onsite lead to run day-to-day execution for our robotics data collection pilot. You’ll guide a team of data collection operators, keep operations safe and consistent, and act as the main onsite point of contact for client stakeholders.

Project Details

Location: San Francisco, CA — 100% onsite

Type: Full-time, short-term W-2 employee

Schedule: Full-time; 8 hours/day, 5 days/week. 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Duration: 6 weeks with possibility of extension

Start: ASAP

Compensation: $50/hour

Work authorization: Must be authorized to work onsite in the U.S.

Key responsibilities

Ensure workforce and station readiness

Own operator performance management, feedback, coaching, and corrective action

Monitor adherence to SOPs, safety requirements, and agreed quality standards

Triage operational issues and escalate technical faults to client teams

Identify bottlenecks, drive process optimization and station utilization

Track recurring issues, performance trends, and structured shift handovers

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Hands-on experience leading robotic teleoperation and/or HRI data collection.

Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills in lab/field environments.

Comfortable driving consistency, safety, and quality in repetitive workflows.

Experience with gaming, simulation tools, or technical systems is a plus

Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness

Comfortable using controllers, keyboards, or specialized interfaces for extended periods

Basic computer skills, including PC and Linux troubleshooting.

Working knowledge of MS Office and Google Drive

Ability to follow detailed procedures with high accuracy

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to robotics, autonomous systems, drones, or simulation environments

Experience with teleoperation, remote control systems, or QA/testing workflows

Familiarity with data collection, logging, or annotation processes

Ability to quickly learn new software applications

Interest in AI, robotics, or emerging technologies

Experience working in structured, metrics-driven environments

Please note that in order to verify work authorization as is required by Federal law (I-9 process), all new employees must complete a live video verification with their selected IDs and provide photos of these selected IDs within their first 3 days of employment.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. In addition, we employ anti-fraud checks to ensure all candidates meet the requirements of the program.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.