Onsite Robotics Teleoperator: Data Collection Specialist

Welocalize, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Welocalize, Inc. is seeking data collection operators in San Francisco to support a robotics data collection pilot. You will teleoperate I2RT YAM robotic arms and perform human-robot interaction tasks to generate high-quality real-world data for AI model training and evaluation.

The role is onsite, 7AM-3PM, five days a week for a 6-week engagement. You must be able to stand for extended periods and be authorized to work in the U.S. Compensation is US$35-36 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with gaming, simulation tools, or technical systems is a plus.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Detail oriented, reliable, and consistent in repetitive, process-driven work.
• Clear communication and teamwork; receptive to coaching and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Operate physical AI data devices, including teleoperating bimanual robotic arms to execute scripted tasks precisely, following SOPs.
• Perform human robot interaction tasks per script, including gestures and object handovers.
• Follow detailed instructions and documented SOPs, adapt to evolving guidelines, and complete hands-on training, applying it consistently.
• Coordinate closely with your station partner to maintain timing, consistency, and safety.
• Capture and validate data. Record trial status, notes, and anomalies as directed; promptly flag issues and assist with resets/retries.
• Adhere to onsite safety, privacy, and data handling protocols; provide constructive feedback to improve procedures.
• Support fast iteration cycles as tasks, tools, and priorities evolve.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Spatial awareness

Detail oriented

Clear communication

Teamwork

Teleoperation experience

Basic logging/spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Gaming/simulation tools

Job description

Welocalize, Inc. is seeking data collection operators in San Francisco to support a robotics data collection pilot. You will teleoperate I2RT YAM robotic arms and perform human-robot interaction tasks to generate high-quality real-world data for AI model training and evaluation.

The role is onsite, 7AM-3PM, five days a week for a 6-week engagement. You must be able to stand for extended periods and be authorized to work in the U.S. Compensation is US$35-36 per hour.