Robotics - Operate robots / Data Collection Operator

Location: The job is in San Carlos, CA, United StatesWork environment

Job description: Our team is helping a leading robotics client find reliable Data Collection Operators to support robot operations and generate high-quality data for AI training. In this role, you'll operate robots in controlled lab and residential-style environments, support data collection and annotation workflows, and help improve the processes that enable scalable robot learning. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. They work efficiently, follow through on commitments, and hold themselves to high standards of quality and performance. They communicate openly, take initiative, and collaborate with others respectfully to drive continuous improvement. As a Data Collection Operator, you'll: Operate robots and execute data collection workflows accurately and consistently, following established standard operating procedures (SOPs).Collect and annotate data using internal tools to produce high-quality datasets for AI model training and robot performance improvement. Document operational issues and provide detailed reports to support troubleshooting and system improvements. Maintain robots, equipment, and data collection environments to ensure readiness for scheduled sessions and daily operations. Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to improvements in SOPs, tools, and operational processes. Support robot operations in lab and residential-style environments while maintaining safety, professionalism, and data integrity. About An Innovative Robotics Company Advancing AI-powered Automation for Everyday LivingN/ARole specifics and target candidate profile

Required skills: Proven ability to follow structured procedures with a high level of precision and consistency. Comfortable working in VR environments and performing physically active tasks throughout the workday. Able to stand and remain active for extended periods during a shift. Able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear operational equipment weighing up to 30 lbs. Must be between 5'5" and 6'0" to safely operate required VR equipment. Business driver of role We’re building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling the tasks, and giving people their time back. Simple, but it’s not. To do this right, we have to solve robotics, AI, manufacturing - at the same time, at scale, in a form factor that has to be safe enough to live with your family. If you’re inspired by this, you’ll thrive here. We’ve been at this since 2014 and we’re at the point where the hard problems are behind us and the hard work is in front of us. NEO is our flagship - a home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world alongside real people. We’re not demoing it - we’re shipping it. We’re excited to meet you, if this excites you. Conversion likelihoodmaybe Candidate sell If you’ve spent your career working on problems that matter and want to see them actually reach the world - this is that moment. We’re scaling, we’re hiring with intention, and we need people who want to build something that will genuinely change how humans spend their time - safely creating abundance for all. Employment information Full-time/part-timefull_time Work schedule

Shifts: 8am-3:30pm -> 10 operators3:30pm - 12am -> 14 operators

Company Description: Ascent Placement Partners is a leadership focused staffing firm dedicated to helping organizations reach the peak of excellence by identifying the leaders who make the difference. We believe that every successful organization has a defining leader, the one who completes the climb, elevates performance, and unlocks the next level of growth. Our approach goes beyond filling roles. We take the time to understand each company’s vision, culture, and challenges to identify leaders who align strategically and inspire meaningful impact. By combining deep market insight with a consultative, relationship driven process, we connect organizations with proven talent capable of driving sustainable success.

Company Description: Ascent Placement Partners is a leadership focused staffing firm dedicated to helping organizations reach the peak of excellence by identifying the leaders who make the difference. We believe that every successful organization has a defining leader, the one who completes the climb, elevates performance, and unlocks the next level of growth. Our approach goes beyond filling roles. We take the time to understand each company’s vision, culture, and challenges to identify leaders who align strategically and inspire meaningful impact. By combining deep market insight with a consultative, relationship driven process, we connect organizations with proven talent capable of driving sustainable success.