Robotics Lab Support Engineer

Realign Llc; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Realign Llc is seeking a Robotics Lab Support Engineer for on-site work in Mountain View, CA. The role requires 5–10 years of experience in robotics-related environments, with responsibilities spanning operation of teleoperation interfaces, calibration, and data collection.

The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in robotics, computer science, or a related field, and be proficient with Git, Bash, and Python.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic familiarity with Git, Bash and Python.
• Familiarity with robotic systems, kinematics, and control principles.
• Experience with teleoperation platforms.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Ability to perform fine motor and repetitive movements while operating teleoperation interfaces.
• Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain attention to detail.
• Prior work in robotics labs, industrial automation, or VR environments.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in industrial or lab settings.
• Comfort with data annotation tools and basic troubleshooting.
• Operate robotic arms and mobile robots via teleoperation interfaces.
• Execute precise manipulation tasks for assembly, material handling, and data collection.
• Monitor robot performance and ensure safety, accuracy, and responsiveness during sessions.
• Capture and annotate teleoperation data for AI training pipelines.
• Perform basic setup, calibration, and maintenance of teleoperation hardware.
• Collaborate with robotics engineers to troubleshoot issues and optimize control systems.
• Provide feedback on UI/UX for operator experience improvements.
• Maintain operational logs and adhere to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic arms and mobile robots via teleoperation interfaces.
• Perform setup, calibration, and maintenance of teleoperation hardware.
• Capture and annotate teleoperation data for AI training pipelines.
• Monitor robot performance and ensure safety, accuracy, and responsiveness during sessions.
• Collaborate with robotics engineers to troubleshoot issues and optimize control systems.
• Provide feedback on UI/UX for operator experience improvements.
• Maintain operational logs and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Spatial awareness

Attention to detail

Structured procedures

Team collaboration

UI/UX feedback

Troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Git

Bash

Python

Teleoperation platforms

Data annotation tools

Safety protocols

Job description

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: IT

Experience: 5-10 years

Employment Type: full time

Work mode: onsite

Job Description

Robotics Lab Support Engineer

Location: Mountain View, CA

Required Skills

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic familiarity with Git, Bash and Python
• Familiarity with robotic systems, kinematics, and control principles.
• Experience with teleoperation platforms.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Ability to perform fine motor and repetitive hand/arm movements for prolonged periods while operating teleoperation interfaces. This is a physical job, not a desk job.
• Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain attention to detail.
• Prior work in robotics labs, industrial automation, or VR environments.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in industrial or lab settings.
• Comfort with data annotation tools and basic troubleshooting.
• Operate robotic arms and mobile robots via teleoperation interfaces.
• Execute precise manipulation tasks for assembly, material handling, and data collection.
• Monitor robot performance and ensure safety, accuracy, and responsiveness during sessions.
• Capture and annotate teleoperation data for AI training pipelines.
• Perform basic setup, calibration, and maintenance of teleoperation hardware.
• Collaborate with robotics engineers to troubleshoot issues and optimize control systems.
• Provide feedback on UI/UX for operator experience improvements.
• Maintain operational logs and adhere to safety protocols.