Robot Pilot

<p style="min-height:1.5em">At Rhoda AI, we’re building the next generation of generalist intelligent robots. We own the full robotics stack from high-performance hardware and robot systems to the infrastructure and state-of-the-art foundation world models that control our robots. Our robots are designed to be generalists capable of operating in complex, real-world environments and handling long-tail edge cases, made possible by our cutting edge research and end-to-end system design. We've raised over $450M and are investing aggressively in model research, infrastructure, hardware development, and manufacturing scale-up to make generalist robotics a reality.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Role Description:</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Tier 2 Robot Pilots are trusted, high-output robot teleoperators who reliably collect high-quality</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">manipulation data using VR teleoperation systems. Pilots operate with minimal supervision,</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">consistently meet data throughput and quality standards, and can troubleshoot routine issues</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">(such as basic software workflow and lab operating issues). They also support researchers with</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">executing evaluation protocols and providing clear feedback on robot and model behavior.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em">Primary Duties</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Collect high-quality robot training data by teleoperating robotic systems using VR</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">equipment and hand controllers; demonstrate manipulation tasks repeatedly and</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">consistently.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Meet daily performance expectations for data collection throughput, quality, and</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">consistency (including correct task setup and complete metadata/notes).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Follow task specifications and SOPs precisely, maintain discipline around experiment</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">changes and “what changed” between sessions.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to lab safety procedures at all times.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Support evaluations by running structured evaluation protocols alongside researchers</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">and accurately reporting results and issues.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em">Additional Tasks:</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Troubleshoot and report issues with robot hardware/software and teleop tooling, capture</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">relevant logs/notes and escalate with clear reproduction steps.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Perform basic operational maintenance per SOP (workspace reset between sessions,</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">calibration checks, battery swaps or component swaps as required).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Review/annotate recordings as needed (lightweight review for quality checks, labeling</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">support, or spot audits).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Participate in process improvements to increase data collection efficiency, reduce</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">downtime, and improve data quality.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Occasional travel to customer/partner sites (domestic &amp; international) to support on-site</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">robot data collection, including operating in new environments, coordinating with site</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">contacts, and following site-specific safety and security requirements.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Occasional weekend overtime data collection (maximum one day per weekend),</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">balanced with flexible scheduling and time off during the week.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">Required Qualifications:</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Strong VR / controller proficiency (VR gaming or similar real-time control experience).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Ability to maintain focus while operating in VR for extended periods and follow detailed</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">written/video instructions.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Comfort working hands-on with robotics equipment in a lab environment; safety-minded</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">and detail-oriented.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Comfortable with Linux / command line (running programs with arguments, checking</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">logs).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Ability to debug routine issues and distinguish between environment/setup vs software</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">vs hardware problems.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Ability to write detailed bug reports when issues arise, document failure modes and</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">participate in investigative efforts to diagnose and recover quickly.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Reliable attendance and punctuality; able to work a fixed full-time shift (AM or PM).</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Basic technical literacy: comfortable navigating computer tools, documenting work, and</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">communicating clearly.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Able to stand/sit for extended periods, perform repetitive motions, and support physical</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">reset tasks as needed (may include lifting/moving items up to ~30 lbs, squatting/standing</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">during resets).</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em">Preferred:</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Experience with robotics systems, lab work, automation, manufacturing/assembly, or</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">other precision technical work.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Experience supporting structured experiments/evaluations with researchers or</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">engineers.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">● Experience collecting teleop demonstration data (robots, simulators, or other real-time</p><p style="min-height:1.5em">control systems).</p><p>Find <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.com">Jobs in Germany</a> on Arbeitnow</a>