Project Dorado | Robotics Teleoperator

Role Overview We’re hiring data collection operators to support physical AI programs. In this role, you’ll operate physical AI data collection systems (via teleoperation tools or guided interfaces) to generate high-quality real-world data used to train and evaluate AI models. This is hands-on, execution-focused work. You’ll be working with real hardware in structured environments, following defined scenarios, and helping produce the data that directly shapes how robots learn and perform. 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: US$36/hour Work authorization: Must be authorized to work onsite in the U.S. Key responsibilities

• Operate robotic systems through VR or headset controls, robotic interfaces, and other teleoperation equipment

• Execute assigned data collection tasks to established procedures, maintaining consistency, accuracy, and data quality

• Troubleshoot basic hardware and connectivity issues

• Document issues and escalate technical failures to the appropriate teams

• Adapt to changes in workflows, equipment configurations, and procedures

• Comply with your safety, security, and operational requirements

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

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

Please note that in order to verify work authorization as is required by Federal law (I-9 process), all new employees must complete a live video verification with their selected IDs and provide photos of these selected IDs within their first 3 days of employment.   To know more details (Click here)   In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  In addition, we employ anti-fraud checks to ensure all candidates meet the requirements of the program.     As a trusted global transformation partner, Welocalize accelerates the global business journey by enabling brands and companies to reach, engage, and grow international audiences. Welocalize delivers multilingual content transformation services in translation, localization, and adaptation for over 250 languages with a growing network of over 400,000 in-country linguistic resources. Driving innovation in language services, Welocalize delivers high-quality training data transformation solutions for NLP-enabled machine learning by blending technology and human intelligence to collect, annotate, and evaluate all content types. Our team works across locations in North America, Europe, and Asia serving our global clients in the markets that matter to them. www.welocalize.com   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.