Data Collection Operator (Swing Shift) at RoboForce in Milpitas, CA

Summary: RoboForce is an AI robotics company developing Physical AI–powered Robo-Labor for demanding outdoor environments. They are seeking a Data Collection Operator to operate and support robotic systems, executing manipulation tasks and generating data to power their AI systems. Responsibilities: - Perform data collection tasks such as manipulation of objects, walk pre-determined routes, follow testing guidelines and test protocols at RoboForce facilities and in public environments - Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging - Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment - Analyze and report on data collected during shift - Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues - Maintain equipment in safe working condition, prioritize safety protocols, and communicate with leadership promptly Required Qualifications: - Associate's or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) - Familiar with using teleop tools like UMI style, GELLO style, VR-Based Systems, etc - Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity - Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently with minimal supervision - Clear written communication and a collaborative attitude - Basic proficiency with software for data upload and reporting - Ability to perform technical troubleshooting on equipment and willingness to learn new technologies quickly Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with robotic systems, teleoperation, or related fields - Basic working knowledge and familiarity with computer software interfaces and tools (e.g., the command line, bash, linux OS) - Hands-on experience annotating video (boxes/masks/keypoints, action labels, ID tracking) - Proficiency with annotation tools; comfort with pre-annotation/autolabel review and correction - Knowledge of common annotation formats (e.g., COCO, YOLO, MOT/KITTI) and basic video concepts (frame rate, codecs) Required Skills: Teleoperation tools, Data upload software, Technical troubleshooting, Robotic systems, Computer software interfaces, Annotation tools, Video annotation, annotation formats, follow detailed instructions, Clear written communication, Collaborative attitude Benefits: Lunches and dinners, a fully stocked kitchen.