Operator - Data Collection (Swing Shift)

Your Charter

As a Operator on the Data Collection team, your charter is to execute high-quality robot operations while raising the standard for precision, consistency, and operational excellence across the team. You will operate humanoid robots in controlled lab and residential-style environments, support AI data generation workflows, and help improve the systems and processes that enable scalable robot learning.

Key Outcomes

• Reliable robot operations: Execute robot operation and data collection workflows accurately, consistently, and in accordance with established SOPs.
• High-quality data: Produce accurate annotations and detailed issue reports that support AI model training and improve robot performance.
• Operational readiness: Keep robots, equipment, and data collection environments ready for scheduled sessions and daily operations.
• Continuous improvement: Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute improvements to SOPs, tooling, and operational processes as the team scales.
• Safe and professional execution: Support robot sessions in lab and residential environments while maintaining safety, professionalism, and data integrity.
• Data annotation: Annotate collected data using internal tools to create high-quality training datasets for AI and robotics systems.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting robotics, autonomous systems, or AI data collection programs
• Prior experience contributing to SOP development, process optimization, or operational scaling efforts
• Familiarity with data annotation tools, issue tracking systems, or technical reporting workflows
• experience operating robots, technical systems, or similar hands-on operational equipment

What does a successful 1X Team Member look like

• Team members at 1X who thrive here are builders.
• They move fast, own their work completely, and treat time like it’s the one thing you can’t get back - because it is.
• They say what they mean, finish what they start, and hold themselves to a standard before anyone has to ask.
• We push each other to be better, and we do it with honesty and respect.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
• Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
• Onsite snacks and catered lunches