Robot Operator - India at Skild AI (Bengaluru, India)
Skild AI· Bengaluru, India·
Job description
Company Overview
At Skild AI, we are building the world's first general purpose robotic intelligence that is robust and adapts to unseen scenarios without failing. We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society. Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts. Relevant industry experience is important, but ultimately less so than your demonstrated abilities and attitude. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to explore uncharted waters and contribute to our innovative projects.
Position Overview
You will have the unique opportunity to work with our cutting-edge robots and help shape the future of their capabilities. Data collection is a critical component of building robotic intelligence, and we're looking for operators who have a high degree of attention to detail, ability to learn and follow instructions for new setups and tasks quickly, and a problem-solving attitude.
Responsibilities
- Operate robotic systems for assigned tasks (e.g., packing, insertion, assembly, etc.).
- Follow established procedures for teleoperation and data collection.
- Maintain efficiency, safety, and instructional accuracy in robotic operations.
- Collaborate with supervisors and team leads to optimize workflow.
- Adhere to company policies regarding workplace conduct and performance standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Physical ability to remain seated for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to communicate and follow instructions
- Baseline technical literacy
Other Details
- This role requires you to be available for a minimum of 3 8-hour shifts per week.
- You will be expected to meet a bar of performance on both the quality and quantity of the data you collect.
Why work at Skild AI
- Innovation‑driven culture: Described as a team where “curiosity meets impact,” tackling the frontier of physical AI.
- Diverse openings: 50+ roles across engineering (CV/ML, manipulation, embedded, simulation, infrastructure), research, product, operations, and marketing.
- Global presence: Offices in Pittsburgh, San Mateo, San Francisco (US) and Bengaluru (India); some roles allow remote work, though many are location‑specific.
- Engineering‑forward: Emphasis on data‑driven machine learning, robotics, and large‑scale systems, with opportunities to work on the core AI model and deployment.
- Perks: Not detailed, but typical for venture‑backed robotics startups include competitive equity, modern hardware, and a mission‑oriented environment.