Project Dorado | Robotics Lead

Role Overview

We’re hiring an onsite lead to run day-to-day execution for our robotics data collection pilot. You’ll guide a team of data collection operators, keep operations safe and consistent, and act as the main onsite point of contact for client stakeholders.

Project Details

• Location: San Francisco, CA - 100% onsite
• Type: Full-time, short-term W-2 employee
• Schedule: Full-time; 8 hours/day, 5 days/week. 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Duration: 6 weeks with possibility of extension
• Start: ASAP
• Compensation: $50/hour
• Work authorization: Must be authorized to work onsite in the U.S.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure workforce and station readiness

• Own operator performance management, feedback, coaching, and corrective action

• Monitor adherence to SOPs, safety requirements, and agreed quality standards

• Triage operational issues and escalate technical faults to client teams

• Identify bottlenecks, drive process optimization and station utilization

• Track recurring issues, performance trends, and structured shift handovers

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Hands-on experience leading robotic teleoperation and/or HRI data collection.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills in lab/field environments.
• Comfortable driving consistency, safety, and quality in repetitive workflows.
• Experience with gaming, simulation tools, or technical systems is a plus
• Strong hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Comfortable using controllers, keyboards, or specialized interfaces for extended periods
• Basic computer skills, including PC and Linux troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Google Drive
• Ability to follow detailed procedures with high accuracy
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to robotics, autonomous systems, drones, or simulation environments
• Experience with teleoperation, remote control systems, or QA/testing workflows
• Familiarity with data collection, logging, or annotation processes
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications
• Interest in AI, robotics, or emerging technologies
• Experience working in structured, metrics-driven environments