Robotics Data Operator

Faraday Future; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare + dental + vision

401(k) options

Casual dress code

Diverse, progressive atmosphere

Job summary

Faraday Future is seeking a Robotics Data Operator to join the Robotics Data Factory in LA. You will collect high-fidelity human and robot data to train next-generation Vision-Language-Action models, capturing real-world interactions and precise robotic movements.

You will wear head-mounted devices, perform VR teleoperation, and ensure data quality and formatting (MCAP, HDF5) with time-synchronization across sensors. This role emphasizes safety and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience or coursework in robotics, AI data handling, or perception.
• Familiarity with video capture parameters and calibration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Egocentric data collection using head-mounted devices to capture first-person tasks.
• VR teleoperation of robotic systems ensuring high-quality, multi-modal data capture.
• Maintain strict recording standards (1080p, 30FPS, FOV >130°) and synchronize sensors.
• Conduct initial self-inspections and ensure data is correctly formatted (MCAP, HDF5) and uploaded.

Skills

Python

Linux

ROS2

LeRobot

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science

Tools

ROS2

LeRobot

Job description

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.

Your Role:

• Job Description:Robotics Data Operator
• Category:Robotics / AI Data Operator
• Location:LA, US

As a core member of theRobotics Data Factory, you will be responsible for collecting high-fidelity human behavior and robot teleoperation data. This data is essential for training the next generation of Vision-Language-Action (VLA) models, helping robots learn to perceive and interact with the physical world by capturing real-world human interactions and precision robotic movements.

Key Responsibilities

• Egocentric Data Collection:Wear designated head-mounted recording devices (e.g., smartphone rigs, GoPro, or head-mounted VR kits) to capture daily or industrial tasks from a first-person perspective in diverse environments (home, retail, or manufacturing).
• VR Teleoperation:Operate robotic systems via VR interfaces to perform complex manipulation tasks. Ensure high-quality capture of multi-modal data, including joint states, torques, and gripper status, while maintaining low-latency execution.
• Technical Specification Compliance:Maintain strict recording standards (1080p, 30FPS, horizontal orientation, FOV >130°). Ensure accurate extraction of camera intrinsic parameters and time-synchronization across all sensors.
• Quality Assurance & Pre-processing:Conduct initial self-inspections to filter out clips with excessive shaking, occlusions, or focus failures. Ensure data is correctly formatted (e.g., MCAP, HDF5) and uploaded according to protocol.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience:0–1 years of experience. Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Extreme Attention to Detail:Ability to strictly follow complex technical guidelines regarding framing, motion rhythm, and lighting environments.
• Technical Proficiency:Comfortable using smartphones, VR hardware (Meta Quest/HTC Vive), and various digital accessories. Basic understanding of video recording parameters and calibration.
• Action Consistency:Ability to perform tasks naturally while maintaining the specific "robotic-friendly" pacing required for imitation learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Python, Linux command line.
• Familiarity with ROS2, LeRobot, or AI data labeling workflows.
• Strong interest in Embodied AI and robotics.

Work Environment & Restrictions:

• Glove Policy:Preference for bare hands; if necessary, only approved thin/transparent medical gloves are allowed. No thick or dark-colored gloves that obscure finger articulation.
• Safety & Privacy:Must follow all site-specific safety protocols and strictly avoid capturing any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or sensitive/prohibited scenarios.
• Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
• 401(k) options
• Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
• Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere

Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.