Robotics Operation Associate

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<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The Robotics Operation Associate will support hands-on data collection for our proprietary robotics platforms. This role involves setting up robotic equipment, executing data collection protocols with precision, maintaining testing stations, and ensuring data quality. You’ll work in a fast-paced startup environment with direct exposure to robotics engineering and opportunities for hands-on learning.</p><p><strong>This is an entry-level role—no prior robotics experience required.</strong> We value people who are reliable, careful, and eager to learn.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>We’re a stealth startup at the frontier of Physical AI, building foundation models for robotics and the world models that will power the next generation of thinking machines. We’re a collective of elite engineers, scientists, and operators advancing the science of robotic learning. Early-stage. Well-capitalized. Fast-paced. Hands-on.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform data collection tasks for robotics hardware projects following established protocols</li><li>Set up and maintain robotic equipment and testing stations</li><li>Conduct quality checks on collected data to ensure accuracy</li><li>Document and report on data collection activities and any issues</li><li>Assist with equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting</li><li>Monitor consumables/inventory and flag when stocks are low</li><li>Coordinate with engineers on protocol execution and equipment health</li><li>Support lab cleanliness, safety, and organization</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits & Logistics</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> San Francisco, CA (South Beach/SoMa district) On-site 5 days a week</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, shift-based with advance scheduling</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours per week</li><li><strong>Pay:</strong> $22 per hour</li><li><strong>Employment:</strong> W-2 employment facilitated through Deel</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>Successful candidates will demonstrate the following attributes:</p><ul><li><strong>Reliability</strong> — showing up on time and ready for your shifts</li><li><strong>Communication</strong> — giving us a heads-up as early as you can if you can’t make a shift</li><li><strong>Attention to detail</strong> — carefully following protocols and documenting results</li><li><strong>Mechanical aptitude</strong> — comfort working with tools and technical equipment</li><li><strong>Collaborative attitude</strong> — you’ll work closely with our engineering team, so we value people who are respectful and easy to work with</li><li><strong>Willingness to learn</strong> — this is robotics at the frontier; you’ll learn a lot on the job</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with data collection, lab work, or technical environments</li><li>Prior experience working with robotics, mechanical systems, or hardware</li><li>Familiarity with basic electronics or tool use</li></ul>

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