Head of Labelbox Robotics Operations

Overview

At Labelbox, we're building the critical infrastructure that powers breakthrough AI models at leading research labs and enterprises. Since 2018, we've been pioneering data-centric approaches fundamental to AI development.

About Labelbox

We offer three integrated solutions for frontier AI development :

Enterprise Platform & Tools : Advanced annotation tools, workflow automation, and quality control systems to produce high-quality training data at scale

Frontier Data Labeling Service : Specialized data labeling through Alignerr, leveraging subject matter experts for next-generation AI models

Expert Marketplace : Connecting AI teams with highly skilled annotators and domain experts for flexible scaling

Why Join Us

High-Impact Environment : Early-stage startup mindset with impact-driven growth and responsibility expansion

Technical Excellence : Work at the cutting edge of AI development with industry leaders

Innovation at Speed : Ownership, rapid execution, and high agency are rewarded

Continuous Growth : Roles require ongoing learning and problem-solving at the AI frontier

Clear Ownership : Autonomy to execute with clear ownership and measurable results

The Opportunity : Unlocking the Future of Robotics

The future of robotics—autonomous logistics, precision agriculture, surgical assistance, and human-robot collaboration—depends on high-quality, high-fidelity training data. Labelbox is building a robotics lab and software stack to generate pristine, structured data for leading robotics companies.

We seek a visionary, operationally driven leader to be the founding head of this initiative. As the Head of Robotics Data, you will be the single-threaded owner responsible for taking this program from its early stages to a scaled, potentially 24 / 7 operation. You will sit at the intersection of hardware engineering, software development, complex operations, and deep customer partnership, building the Robotics lab that powers the next generation of intelligent machines.

Your Impact

Strategic & Operational Leadership : Strong robotics knowledge (ROS preferred) and technical proficiency with robotics arms; first line for on-site logistics related to personnel, hardware, and software

Build a World-Class Data Factory : Architect, implement, and scale a robust 24 / 7 data-generation framework with processes, KPIs, monitoring, and automation to ensure uptime, efficiency, and data integrity

Customer Obsession & Partnership : Primary technical and operational partner for strategic robotics customers; translate data requirements into production targets and ensure expectations are met

Technical Vision & Roadmap : Drive hardware and software roadmaps and integrate capabilities into the Labelbox platform

Scale from 1 to N : Scale all aspects of the program, including facility expansion, hardware procurement, software automation, and global workforce planning

What You Bring

BS / MS or equivalent in Robotics, Automation, Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field

6+ years building and managing complex robotics labs

3+ years managing performance, developing engineers, and allocating team resources

Proven track record of scaling capital-intensive operations involving hardware, software, and people (e.g., manufacturing, data centers, advanced R&D labs, logistics / fulfillment)

Expertise in robotics domain : sensor modalities (LiDAR, stereo cameras, IMUs), data formats, and robotics software stacks (e.g., ROS)

Ability to own a technical / product roadmap and make trade-offs in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Points

Direct experience building or managing data collection / generation systems for ML

Experience in robotics verticals such as autonomous vehicles, logistics automation, or manufacturing

Familiarity with ML data lifecycle including annotation, data quality, and model evaluation

If you are a builder who loves robotics and wants to solve one of the AI industry’s biggest challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

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Life at Labelbox

Location : San Francisco or Wrocław, Poland

Work Style : Hybrid model with 2 days per week in office

Environment : Fast-paced and high-intensity with ownership and quick decision-making

Growth : Career advancement tied to impact

Vision : Building the foundation for humanity's most transformative technology

Our Vision

We believe data will remain crucial for achieving artificial general intelligence. As AI models become more sophisticated, high-quality training data will continue to be essential. Join us in developing products and services for the next generation of AI breakthroughs.

Labelbox is backed by leading investors and serves Fortune 500 enterprises and leading AI labs.

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