Humanoid Robot Operator, Commercial Site Team (LA)

Figure AI; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Figure AI is seeking a Humanoid Robot Operator in the United States with a focus on operating and testing autonomous humanoid robots. The role involves working directly with hardware on customer sites, executing tests, reporting bugs, and coordinating with engineering teams to improve performance.

The position is contract-to-hire, with progression to full-time employment. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods, have a valid driver’s license, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential for coordinating with customers and internal teams.
• Demonstrate sustained focus and attention while performing tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Thrive in a fast paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to own the operations of the humanoid and drive proper functioning of the robot.
• Bonus: passion for helping scale the deployment of humanoid robots.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful operations of the robot in the field or on customer sites.
• Follow proper equipment and robot maintenance procedures, including bring-up and shutdown.
• Run the robot, identify bugs and problems, relay feedback to the appropriate teams.
• Track, document, and elevate issues to the appropriate engineering teams using Jira.
• Adhere to all safety procedures related to robot and teleoperation equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Focus and attention

Adaptability in fast-paced env

Ownership of operations

Job description

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

This is a contract-to-hire position with the goal of transitioning to full-time employment.

As a Humanoid Robot Operator, you'll have the unique opportunity to work directly with our humanoid robots to test and validate new behaviors and skills.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure successful operations of the robot in the field or on customer sites.

• Follow proper equipment and robot maintenance procedures, including bring-up and shutdown.

• Run the robot, identify bugs and problems, relay feedback to the appropriate teams.

• Track, document, and elevate issues to the appropriate engineering teams using Jira.

• Adhere to all safety procedures related to robot and teleoperation equipment.

Requirements:

• Willingness to own the operations of the humanoid and drive proper functioning of the robot.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Demonstrate sustained focus and attention while performing assigned tasks.

• Experience working with robots or troubleshooting mechanical systems.

• Can stand 8+ hours a day and physically manage humanoid hardware

• Embrace constructive feedback and strive for constant improvement.

• Thrive in a fast paced environment.

• Valid drivers license and clean driving record.

Bonus Qualifications:

• A passion for helping scale the deployment of humanoid robots.

• Excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and focus.

• Master new physical tasks quickly and find the optimal way to perform them.

The US base pay range for this full-time position is $26.00 to $30.00 per hour.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.