AI & Robotics Data Collection Engineer (Intern)

Why RoboForce

RoboForce is an AI robotics company developing Physical AI–powered Robo-Labor for dull, dirty, and dangerous work. The company’s robots are engineered for demanding industrial environments, with a focus on real-world deployment and scalability.

We are looking for an AI & Robotics Data Collection Engineer (Intern) to handle daily robot data‑gathering operations and manage the complete data labeling pipeline—from raw capture to annotated, model‑ready datasets.

Responsibilities

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Sensor setup: Setup and calibrate the sensors (cameras, lidars, etc) for data collection.

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Sensor Data Capture & Robot Operation – Capture sensor data and ensure high‑quality data collection. Operate robot arm or robot base when needed.

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Data quality QA: QA data labels from vendors to ensure the data quality. Define the quality criteria. Develop tools to improve QA efficiency when needed.

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Issue Identification: Spot bugs or issues as they arise, promptly communicate them to the right engineering teams, and confirm resolutions.

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Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a safe environment for both the operator and the robot. Follow proper bring-up and shutdown procedures, including routine equipment checks.

Requirements

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Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Data Science, or Engineering (or related field).

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Strong organizational skills to track tasks, metrics, and deadlines.

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Hands‑on experience with Linux/Ubuntu, shell scripting, or Python.

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Must be able to work onsite at our Milpitas, CA office for 40 hours per week.

Bonus Qualifications

• Data Annotation: Experience using labeling tools or annotation platforms.

• Sensor calibration experience.

• ROS2 & Containerization: Exposure to ROS2.

Benefits

• Lunches and dinners, a fully stocked kitchen.

• The US hourly rate for this position is $30–$35.