Onsite Robotics Data Lead & Teleoperation Coach (CA)

Wwshemi; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize in California is seeking an onsite lead to run day-to-day execution for a robotics data collection pilot built around I2RT YAM bimanual robotic arms. You’ll guide a team of data collection operators, keep operations safe and consistent, and act as the main onsite contact for client stakeholders.

Start ASAP. This is a contract role with a full-time schedule (8 hours/day, 5 days/week) for a minimum 2-week pilot, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily execution and station readiness; enforce SOPs, quality, and safety protocols.
• Coach operators on teleoperation and HRI execution; provide on-the-spot refreshers and corrective guidance.
• Monitor live sessions and data quality; perform first-level troubleshooting and elevate issues appropriately.
• Maintain concise daily notes and issue trackers; communicate blockers, risks, and needs to client teams.
• Contribute to SOP and checklist refinements based on observations.
• Utilize client-provided equipment, SOPs, examples, and hands‑on training to align the team on best practices.

Job description

Welocalize in California is seeking an onsite lead to run day-to-day execution for a robotics data collection pilot built around I2RT YAM bimanual robotic arms. You’ll guide a team of data collection operators, keep operations safe and consistent, and act as the main onsite contact for client stakeholders.

Start ASAP. This is a contract role with a full-time schedule (8 hours/day, 5 days/week) for a minimum 2-week pilot, with potential extension.