Freelance Robot Operator

At Toloka AI we create data that powers leading GenAI models and innovations. We work with frontier labs, big tech, renowned AI startups, enterprises and non-profit research organizations worldwide. We use a combination of Experts + Crowd + Tech Platform to teach AI models to reason and evaluate their efficacy and safety. We have experts in more than 50 different domains—from doctors and lawyers to physicists and engineers—and boast one of the most diverse global crowds, representing over 100 countries and speaking 40+ languages. We are a well-funded startup with an enviable portfolio of clients including Anthropic, Amazon, Microsoft, Poolside, Recraft, and Shopify.

Recently, we secured strategic investment led by Bezos Expeditions and Nebius Group with participation from Mikhail Parakhin, CTO of Shopify and board advisor to leading GenAI companies, who now serves as our Chairman of the Board. Our remote-first team is globally distributed around the world: USA, UK, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Serbia, and more.

We’re hiring a Robot Operator to join our dynamic team in Belgrade. This is a vital, hands-on role focused on high-quality data collection and testing, bridging physical interaction with robotics development. You will perform precise task trajectories via VR teleoperation, evaluate AI control policies on real robots, and support engineers with lab setups.

If you are a tech-savvy individual with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for working with cutting-edge hardware, this role is for you.

• →Data collection on the robot: perform high volumes of high-quality task trajectories via VR teleoperation or other robot control methods, strictly following the provided documentation. Monitor the working environment (cameras, VR systems, computing equipment) during data collection.
• →Data collection on other wearable devices: perform high volumes of high-quality task trajectories with cameras and some other devices attached, strictly following the provided documentation.
• →AI model/policy evaluation: assess the performance of robot control policies, following the detailed test instructions provided for each policy.
• →Engineering support: support engineers on setting up equipment or in other robotics activities

• Hands-on experience with industrial robots, robotic arms, or mobile robotics.
• Experience with Linux-like systems and the command line.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and operational protocols accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and tolerance for repetitive, long-duration work.
• Good communication skills for working with engineers and following live instructions.
• Confident use of VR controllers or similar hardware interfaces.

• Freelance collaboration via the Ontop freelance platform.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work on highly innovative projects at the leading edge of AI development, together with a genuinely dedicated and dynamic team of experts.
• You’ll also be working on projects with customers that are AI industry leaders and well-known household names.
• Friendly community.

Toloka is committed to providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Selection decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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Thank you for your vigilance!