Boston Dynamics

Data Operations Supervisor- 2nd shift

Boston Dynamics$102K — $128K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in coaching and managing teams in environments like retail or manufacturing.
  • Skills in data analysis, particularly KPIs and dashboard creation.
  • Strong communication abilities across multiple mediums (email, chat, documentation).
  • Proven record of operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Familiarity with robotics, VR, or IT networking is preferred.
  • Experience with collaboration tools like Google Workspace and Jira.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee internal and contractor teams in data and robot operations.
  • Create and implement training and onboarding documentation.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs related to data quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborate directly with ML researchers to clarify data needs.
  • Identify and resolve inefficiencies in the data workflow with Engineering.
  • Manage budget allocations for the Data Operations team.
  • Organize shift assignments based on operational demands and resources.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols during operations.
  • Assist in the setup and maintenance of the physical data collection environment.
  • Analyze shift performance and report findings to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and personal days.
  • Annual bonus structure based on performance.
Full Job Description

The RMAC team plays a critical role in advancing this mission by delivering high-impact capabilities that enable scalable, reliable, and cutting-edge applications across our platforms. The Data Operations team on the Atlas Robot is responsible for collecting new data to train Atlas’s brain. Individuals on the team will teleoperate robots, wear sensors while performing tasks, and other techniques. We are seeking a Second Shift Supervisor, who will be responsible for the execution of a team of Data Operations associates from 2:30pm - 11pm weekdays. Key KPIs for this role include hours of data collected/shift, yield and quality rate of data collected, and ensuring strong safety and operational excellence. 

What you’ll do in this role:

  • Oversee contractors and internal employees responsible for ML annotation tasks, robot teleoperation, and building data assets.

  • Establish clear documentation for onboarding and training teams involved in data-related processes through structured learning programs and on-the-floor coaching.

  • Develop and track KPIs for data quality, efficiency, and failure causes.

  • Interface directly with ML researchers and engineers to understand data requirements

  • Proactively identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the data pipeline, and work with Engineering and IT to develop improved solutions.

  • Track and manage the budget for the overall team.

  • Plan shift assignments based on data demand and personnel and equipment availability.

  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols. 

  • Build and maintain physical space in cooperation with facilities and IT.

  • Analyze and report shift performance to other stakeholders.

  • Develop and deploy new SOPs as needed.

  • Trial new software, hardware, or processes.

What a candidate should bring:

  • Prior experience coaching and optionally managing individuals in a professional environment such as retail, construction, manufacturing, or logistics. 

  • Data analysis skills, such as reviewing KPIs, building or using dashboards, and constructing spreadsheets.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Email, chat, Jira, slide decks, and documents will all be part of the workflow.

  • Demonstrated history of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

  • Ideal candidates will have prior exposure to robotics, VR, and/or networking and IT technology.

  • Ideal candidates will also have experience with Google Workspace, Jira, and other tools 

The pay range for this position is between $102,000 to $128,000 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.

About Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics is an American engineering and robotics design company founded in 1992 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The company is best known for the development of BigDog, a quadruped robot designed for the U.S. military. Boston Dynamics has also developed a number of other robots, including Spot, a four-legged robot designed for indoor and outdoor operation, and Atlas, a humanoid robot designed for a variety of search and rescue tasks. In 2013, the company was acquired by Google X, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. In 2020, the company was acquired by Hyundai Motor Group. Boston Dynamics is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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300 employees
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Founded
1992

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