Demonstration Collection
Data Collection Operator
Open in 2 locations
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United States
2 open- $30–$36/hr
- $25–$30/hr
Santa Clara, CA, United States (opens the job details)Selected
Full time · Posted 5d agoMore robot jobs in Santa Clara, CA
About the role
HireArt is helping our client find Data Collection Operators to support the development of advanced AI-powered robotics through hands-on robot operation and data collection. In this role, you'll operate robotic systems using specialized data collection tools to capture high-quality motion and behavioral data used to train robots to perform complex tasks in real-world environments.
You'll work closely with robotics and AI teams to improve robot performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and support safe, efficient data collection. The ideal candidate has excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and attention to detail. You're comfortable performing hands-on tasks for extended periods, learning new technologies quickly, and adapting to changing workflows.
You're also collaborative, receptive to feedback, and enthusiastic about robotics and AI. As a Data Collection Operator, you'll: Operate robotic systems using advanced data collection equipment to capture high-quality motion and behavioral data. Guide robots through designated movements, manipulation tasks, and workflows to generate demonstration data for AI model training.
Upload, validate, and organize collected data to ensure accuracy and usability for AI training. Identify, troubleshoot, and report operational issues encountered during robot operation and data collection. Perform robot bring-up, calibration, and shutdown procedures to maintain safe and reliable operations.
Collaborate with AI, perception, and controls engineers to improve teleoperation processes and robotic behaviors. Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while following established operational procedures.
From HireArt's job posting for Santa Clara, CA, United States, checked Nov 12, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
About HireArt
Contract vehicle operators, safety drivers, teleoperators and robot operators hired and employed by HireArt for autonomous vehicle and robotics companies, at $23 to $40 an hour on most postings.
How it pays: HireArt is the employer: its site describes its contract workers as W2 employees and its service as an employer of record. Postings are full or part time on shifts the client sets.
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