Hardware, Technical Program Manager, Capture
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. Mecka scores A on the Alion truth index.
About Mecka AI
Mecka AI is building the data infrastructure layer for robotics and embodied AI.
We design and operate global systems for data capture, data labeling, and hardware-enabled workflows used by leading AI labs and robotics companies to train and validate humanoid and embodied AI systems.
We work closely with frontier robotics teams to bridge real-world data, simulation, learning-based systems, and deployed hardware.
About the Role
You will turn ambitious data requirements into successful capture programs, from the first pilot to collection at scale. Mecka's ability to teach robots from real-world experience depends on delivering useful data across devices, operators, and locations. You will own that outcome, with clear standards for quality, capacity, and delivery.
You will validate captures yourself, resolve constraints with engineering and operations, and build plans grounded in measured output.
What You'll Do
Turn dataset requirements into capture programs with clear quality standards, capacity plans, and delivery milestones.
Own program readiness and delivery across device availability, operator training, recording capacity, and data review.
Plan and validate pilot captures before expanding operations.
Investigate data-quality issues with engineering and operations teams, and verify that corrective actions work.
Use measured capacity and data acceptance rates to forecast delivery, identify risks, and adjust the plan.
What You Bring
Must-have:
Experience delivering technical programs that combine hardware, software, and field operations.
Ability to build practical schedules, map dependencies, and resolve technical blockers across teams.
Understanding of sensor data, calibration, synchronization, and common recording failures.
Skill in analyzing throughput, quality, capacity, and cost using spreadsheets, queries, or scripts.
Ability to inspect recordings and diagnostic logs and verify that a fix works.
Clear written communication, including operating procedures, technical decisions, and realistic delivery forecasts.
Nice-to-have:
Experience with robotics datasets or recording programs involving several sensor types.
Experience improving operator workflows or automating data-quality checks.
About You
You are ambitious about what you build. You can point to results you personally delivered.
You care deeply about your craft, pursue difficult questions, and learn quickly.
You take initiative and own problems through to results. You work independently, make decisions, and bring others in when needed.
You communicate honestly. You own mistakes, share credit, and help the people around you succeed.
A Note on Applying
Studies show women and candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they meet 100% of the listed qualifications, while others apply after meeting 60%. If you don't check every box above but believe you can do the job, we encourage you to apply - we're looking for capability and trajectory, not a perfect checklist match.
Inclusive Hiring at Mecka
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive candidate experience. Should you require any accommodation whatsoever during the interview process, please inform us without any hesitation. Mecka is dedicated to ensuring equal treatment and opportunity in all phases of recruitment, selection, and employment, in compliance with employment law. We do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other protected category. Mecka is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture of inclusivity and maintaining a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
Mecka uses artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly to support administrative and efficiency-focused aspects of our recruitment process. This includes activities such as drafting job descriptions, generating interview questions, note-taking and recordings, and supporting sourcing and scheduling workflows. All candidate evaluations, interviews, and hiring decisions are made by members of the Mecka team. While AI tools may assist with screening and assessment, they do not replace human judgment in selection decisions. Our use of AI is intended to streamline routine tasks, improve consistency, and enhance the overall candidate experience. We are committed to upholding principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability in all hiring activities. Mecka regularly reviews its recruitment practices to mitigate bias and to ensure alignment with applicable laws and evolving best practices.