1X Technologies
Operator - Data Collection (Swing Shift)
San Carlos, CA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 9, 2026
About the job
Operates humanoid robots and collects, annotates, and reports on real-world data used to train and improve robot behavior.
What you'll do
- Operate robots and follow data collection workflows and SOPs in lab and residential-style environments.
- Annotate data and report issues to support AI model training and robot performance.
- Prepare robots, equipment, and environments, and contribute to process and SOP improvements.
What they ask for
- Ability to follow structured procedures precisely and consistently.
- Comfort working in VR and performing physically active tasks; able to stand and remain active for extended periods.
- 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.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting robotics, autonomous systems, or AI data collection programs.
- Experience with SOP development, process optimization, data annotation tools, issue tracking, technical reporting, or hands-on equipment operation.
Pay
$28.00 - $36.00/hr (base salary); $28 – $36 per hour (base salary)
Tools
VR
AI focus
Supports AI data generation and annotates collected data to create training datasets that improve AI and robotics systems.
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