Robot Operator

Linuxconfig; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AMI is seeking a Robot Operator to operate and teleoperate robotic systems for AI research, data collection and annotation. You will set up scenes, run tasks, and ensure precise configurations for repeatable experiments.

You will record outcomes, timings and anomalies, reset scenes, and write clear operator notes for researchers. Calibrate, inspect, and safely shut down equipment; maintain high accuracy and reliability across shifts.

Qualifications

• Arrange objects and scenes in exact configurations for test runs.
• Teleoperate robots to pick/place/sort/stack/open containers.
• Record outcomes, timings, and anomalies; reset scenes.
• Review episodes, label phases and failures, write operator notes.
• Start up, calibrate, inspect, reset and shut down robots and cameras.

Responsibilities

• Arrange objects and scenes in exact, specified configurations for comparable test runs and launch algorithms on robots following written instructions
• Teleoperate robots through tasks such as picking, placing, sorting, stacking, opening containers, and tool use using leader-follower arms, VR, motion-tracking rigs, or gamepad interfaces
• Record outcomes, timings, and anomalies accurately; reset scenes and repeat across many trials and variations to meet daily data volume targets
• Review recorded episodes, mark success/failure/invalid status, label task phases and failure reasons using annotation tools, and write clear operator notes for researchers
• Start up, calibrate, inspect, reset and shut down robots, cameras and operator stations; spot unusual behavior or hardware faults, stop work when unsafe, and report problems clearly

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Spatial awareness

Following instructions

Clear written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Learning new control systems

Safety judgment

Tools

Linux terminal

Python basics

Job description

AMI is building frontier world model-based AI systems that understand the real world, have persistent memory, and can reason and plan. This Robot Operator role involves operating and teleoperating robotic systems for algorithm evaluation, data collection, and annotation to advance AI research.

What You'll Do

• Arrange objects and scenes in exact, specified configurations for comparable test runs and launch algorithms on robots following written instructions
• Teleoperate robots through tasks such as picking, placing, sorting, stacking, opening containers, and tool use using leader-follower arms, VR, motion-tracking rigs, or gamepad interfaces
• Record outcomes, timings, and anomalies accurately; reset scenes and repeat across many trials and variations to meet daily data volume targets
• Review recorded episodes, mark success/failure/invalid status, label task phases and failure reasons using annotation tools, and write clear operator notes for researchers
• Start up, calibrate, inspect, reset and shut down robots, cameras and operator stations; spot unusual behavior or hardware faults, stop work when unsafe, and report problems clearly

What You Need

• Strong hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity and spatial awareness with ability to learn new physical control systems quickly
• Meticulous attention to detail, ability to follow written instructions exactly, and comfort with repetitive, precision-focused work while maintaining consistent quality over full shifts
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, especially when describing issues or failures
• Basic computer skills including running programs from instructions, using spreadsheets, video review and data-entry tools
• Sound safety judgment and reliability with willingness to stop robots when something appears unsafe; punctuality for scheduled shifts

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with robot arms, mobile robots or automation equipment
• Basic hardware troubleshooting skills with cables, cameras, networking, and power systems
• Background in lab, manufacturing, assembly, fulfillment or quality-control work
• Gaming, VR/AR, simulation, motion capture or other controller-based experience
• Data annotation, AI training operations or structured video review experience
• Comfort with Linux terminal, basic Python, or running scripts
• Interest in AI and robotics research

$25 per hour