Robot Operator cum Procurement Officer

The Role

We're hiring full-time Robot Operators cum Procurement Officers to power our real-world robotics data operations. You'll operate at the frontier where AI meets reality — capturing high-value manipulation and interaction data that trains frontier world and robotics models, while also supporting operational excellence through timely procurement of hardware, tools, and software licenses needed for day-to-day robotic development.

You'll work across two operational modes and an essential procurement function:

1. Teleoperation Mode

Control robotic arms to perform real-world manipulation tasks while capturing synchronized robot data for embodied AI training.

2. Egocentric Mode

Wear a VR headset to perform physical tasks for high-fidelity, human-centric data capture.

3. Procurement & Inventory Support

Coordinate purchasing of mechanical parts, electronics, tools, sensors, software licenses, and other components essential for robotics R&D and data collection.

Between sessions, you'll also maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot robotic systems and help ensure the lab, tools, and inventory function smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Robot Teleoperation & Data Collection

Operate robotic arms and grippers through teleoperation systems to perform manipulation tasks (picking, placing, assembling, tool handling, sorting)
Capture synchronized robot-centric data (joint states, sensor feedback, camera feeds, gripper signals)
Ensure safety, accuracy, and repeatability across repeated trials and environments
Monitor robot behavior, log anomalies, record outcomes, and escalate issues when necessary
Collaborate with engineering to improve teleoperation latency, control responsiveness, and data quality
Maintain accurate metadata logs for each task and session

Egocentric Data Collection

Wear a VR headset to perform diverse real-world tasks from a human perspective
Capture egocentric visual and sensor data for pretraining and multimodal datasets
Follow standardized scripts and protocols to ensure consistency across trials
Review, tag, and annotate recorded data when needed

Robot Maintenance & Lab Support

Conduct routine mechanical, electrical, and sensor maintenance
Assist with the setup of new robot workcells, including mounting, cabling, calibration, and safety checks
Support troubleshooting of hardware, connectivity, and system issues
Keep the workspace organized and adhere to safety standards

Procurement & Inventory Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute purchases of hardware, tools, electronic components, sensors, consumables, and software licenses required for robotics projects
Work closely with engineers to understand technical specifications before purchasing
Source and compare suppliers, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely procurement
Maintain inventory of mechanical parts, tools, robot accessories, cables, electronics, etc.
Track delivery timelines and follow up with vendors to prevent operational delays
Maintain organized records of purchases, invoices, warranties, and supplier contacts
Assist in forecasting upcoming procurement needs based on ongoing and upcoming projects
Ensure all purchased items meet the required standards for robotics R&D and field operations

Requirements

Strong hand–eye coordination, spatial reasoning, and attention to detail
Physically capable of performing manipulation tasks and wearing a VR headset for extended sessions
Hands-on experience with robotic arms, teleoperation systems, or automation equipment
Comfortable working with tools, sensors, and mechanical fixtures
Ability to work methodically and safely in fast-paced, experimental environments
Strong organization skills for managing procurement tasks, inventory, and vendor communication
Basic familiarity with mechanical/electrical components to make informed procurement decisions

Preferred Experience

Experience in robot data collection, motion capture, or human-in-the-loop control
Prior experience in procurement, supply chain coordination, or lab operations support
Experience reviewing technical datasheets or BOMs (Bill of Materials)
Familiarity with robotics hardware (motors, controllers, sensors, cables, mounts)

Work Environment

Hybrid of lab-based and onsite workplace operations across industrial, office, and service environments
Requires wearing a VR headset for egocentric sessions (a few hours per session)
Involves handling mechanical and electrical components regularly

Why Join Cortex

Work directly on the frontier of physical AI — where human demonstration and robotic intelligence converge
Your contribution enables the training of world and robotics foundation models used by top research labs and companies
Collaborate with a passionate, high-energy team of engineers and roboticists
Hands-on access to state-of-the-art teleoperation rigs, VR systems, and multi-sensor robots