Helix Data Creator (LA- Irvine/Santa Ana)

Figure AI
Irvine, US
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward physically adept individuals comfortable with extended motion data collection sessions, offering contract-to-hire potential in robotics.

Best fit for

  • Physically coordinated candidates eager to transition into robotics from other fields.
    — “Excited to get into robotics and grow from within
  • Individuals who can quickly master and optimize physical tasks through feedback.
    — “Master new physical tasks quickly and find the optimal way to perform them
  • Candidates comfortable with full-day physical engagement and sensor equipment.
    — “Stay on your feet for 8+ hours a day and be engaged for extended periods

Things to consider

  • Initial one-month contract requires proving performance for longer-term roles.
    — “Begins as a hands-on, full-time one-month contract
  • Daily physical endurance is mandatory, not just technical aptitude.
    — “Stay on your feet for 8+ hours a day

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate adaptability to physical feedback loops in past roles.
    — “Embrace constructive feedback and strive for constant improvement
  • Highlight any mechanical troubleshooting or robotics exposure, even informal.
    — “Experience working with robots or troubleshooting mechanical systems
  • Frame past jobs as foundations for motion data precision.
    — “Collect high-quality motion data used to train AI models
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Junior

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What success looks like

  • collect high-quality motion data
  • flag issues and bugs
  • maintain workspace
Typical background
excellent physical coordinationspatial awareness

Skills & requirements

Required

Motion Data CollectionRoboticsSensor Equipment

Preferred

Robot TroubleshootingMechanical Systems

About the role

Original posting from Figure AI via Greenhouse

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We’re hiring Helix Data Creators to support our humanoid robot development efforts in Irvine/Santa Ana, CA. This role begins as a hands-on, full-time one-month contract as a Data Creator, where you’ll wear sensors provided by Figure to guide and collect motion data that trains our robots.

It’s a great opportunity for anyone excited to get into robotics and grow from within. Depending on your performance, skills, and interests, you may grow into longer-term roles like Robot Operator, Pilot Support, or even a full Humanoid Pilot role.

Responsibilities: 

Wear sensor equipment to guide the robot through human-like motions

Collect high-quality motion data used to train AI models

Flag any issues or bugs during collection and share daily feedback with the team

Follow proper equipment and robot maintenance procedures, including setup and shutdown

Maintain a safe and organized workspace during all operations

Requirements: 

Excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and focus

Stay on your feet for 8+ hours a day and be engaged for extended periods during data collection

Master new physical tasks quickly and find the optimal way to perform them

Embrace constructive feedback and strive for constant improvement

Thrive in a fast paced environment

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience working with robots or troubleshooting mechanical systems

A passion for helping scale the deployment of learning humanoid robots

This is a one-month contract-to-hire position, with potential for longer-term opportunities depending on your contributions and interests. We’re looking for motivated people who want to support real-world robot development—and grow with us.

The US base salary range for this full-time position starts at $30/hr. 

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.

Source: Figure AI careers (Greenhouse)

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