Robot Operator

Robot Operator – Early-Stage AI Robotics Company
Cambridge, MA (On-site) | $40/hour | 12-Month Contract

Join a Robotics Company at Ground Zero

Our client, a fast-growing AI robotics company, is building something new — and they're looking for Robot Operators to join at an exciting early stage. This is a rare opportunity to work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineering, product, and research teams, where your feedback directly shapes the technology, not just how you use it.

We welcome candidates from all kinds of backgrounds — STEM, aviation, operations, manufacturing, maker communities, entrepreneurship, and military experience. If you're hands-on, detail-oriented, and excited about robotics, we want to hear from you.

Important: This role involves operating robots using a VR headset for extended periods.

Comfort wearing VR gear for long stretches — without motion sickness — is essential.

What You'll Do

• Operate physical and simulated robotic prototypes using VR headsets and controllers for extended sessions
• Collect data to improve the company's models by demonstrating tasks and evaluating autonomous behavior
• Run data collection missions both onsite and at offsite deployed locations
• Give clear, actionable feedback to engineering and development teams
• Represent the company professionally with customers, partners, and investors
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on robotic systems
• Set up, tear down, and maintain testing equipment and environments
• Drive company vehicles to transport equipment between locations
• Contribute to projects that improve tools, workflows, and operations

What You Bring

• Comfort using a VR headset for extended periods, with strong spatial awareness for safely operating robotic systems
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Proficiency with Windows, macOS, Linux, and standard office tools
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to safely operate company vehicles
• U.S. citizenship required (due to business/legal requirements)
• Typing speed of at least 40 WPM

Preferred Experience

• Background in video gaming, virtual reality, or remote-operated platforms (drones, robotics, or similar) — bonus points if you can show it through competitions, streaming, or a public portfolio
• Familiarity with command-line interfaces, GitHub, or version-controlled environments

Why This Role

This is an early hire with real ownership and visibility. You'll help shape product direction, system capabilities, and operational workflows from the ground up — all while working at the cutting edge of AI and robotics.

Benefits:

- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer subsidized Healthcare Benefits
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- Employer covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package