Robot Pilot- Tier 2

Primary Duties

• Collect high-quality robot training data by teleoperating robotic systems using VR equipment and hand controllers; demonstrate manipulation tasks repeatedly and consistently.
• Meet daily performance expectations for data collection throughput, quality, and consistency (including correct task setup and complete metadata/notes).
• Follow task specifications and SOPs precisely, maintain discipline around experiment changes and “what changed” between sessions.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to lab safety procedures at all times.
• Support evaluations by running structured evaluation protocols alongside researchers and accurately reporting results and issues.

Additional Tasks

• Troubleshoot and report issues with robot hardware/software and teleop tooling, capture relevant logs/notes and escalate with clear reproduction steps.
• Perform basic operational maintenance per SOP (workspace reset between sessions, calibration checks, battery swaps or component swaps as required).
• Review/annotate recordings as needed (lightweight review for quality checks, labeling support, or spot audits).
• Participate in process improvements to increase data collection efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve data quality.

Required Qualifications

• Strong VR / controller proficiency (VR gaming or similar real-time control experience).
• Ability to maintain focus while operating in VR for extended periods and follow detailed written/video instructions.
• Comfort working hands-on with robotics equipment in a lab environment; safety-minded and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable with Linux / command line (running programs with arguments, checking logs).
• Ability to debug routine issues and distinguish between environment/setup vs software vs hardware problems.
• Ability to write detailed bug reports when issues arise, document failure modes and participate in investigative efforts to diagnose and recover quickly.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality; able to work a fixed full-time shift (AM or PM).
• Basic technical literacy: comfortable navigating computer tools, documenting work, and communicating clearly.
• Able to stand/sit for extended periods, perform repetitive motions, and support physical reset tasks as needed (may include lifting/moving items up to ~30 lbs, squatting/standing during resets).