Robot Whisperer — Skills & Data | Farooq77 Jobs

About the role

Active Robot Whisperer — Skills & Data: Contribute hands-on dexterity and data collection skills to a robotics project focused on teaching next-generation robots real-world manipulation. This is an on-site contractor position located in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise, repetitive manipulation tasks such as picking up objects, opening containers, and performing simple household actions using handheld devices.
• Follow detailed step-by-step task instructions with consistency and accuracy across repetitions.
• Reset and prepare the testing environment between task attempts to maintain data integrity.
• Review and confirm each data recording for completeness and clarity before proceeding.
• Identify and promptly report hardware issues, recording anomalies, or unclear instructions to the project lead.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail during repetitive data collection activities.
• Communicate findings and updates clearly in written and verbal form for project documentation and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Exceptional fine motor skills and manual dexterity in hands-on settings.
• Ability to follow complex and detailed instructions with high reliability and consistency.
• Strong attention to detail during repetitive assignments.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Dependability and resilience in high-repetition, task-focused environments.
• Experience with technical, gig, warehouse, operations, gaming, or other hands-on backgrounds is useful but not required.
• Curiosity about robotics, AI, or human-technology interaction; no formal robotics or AI background required.

Skills

• Fine Motor Skills
• Manual Dexterity
• Following Detailed Instructions
• Repetitive Tasks
• Consistency
• Attention to Detail
• Clear Communication
• Data Collection
• Data Quality Review
• Hardware Issue Reporting
• Robotics
• AI Data

Benefits

• On-site contractor opportunity in San Francisco, CA.
• Compensation of $10–$20 per hour.
• Opportunity to contribute hands-on skills to next-generation robotics and AI systems.
• No prior AI experience required.
• Opportunity to work directly on real-world robot dexterity and data collection tasks.