What you'll do
Design and prototype data collection hardware: camera rigs, sensor mounts, teleoperation interfaces, end-effector and wrist-cam assemblies.
Build recording and data-handling scripts (multi-camera capture, synchronization, sensor fusion) targeting HDF5 and LeRobot dataset formats.
Integrate and evaluate off-the-shelf components: RGB-D cameras arrays, dexterous hands, teleoperation gloves, VR headsets.
Support real-world data collection and model evaluation sessions on robot arms and humanoid platforms.
3D-print, assemble, wire, and bench-test prototypes alongside our lab technician.
Document hardware specs, BOMs, and reproducible setup procedures.
Required qualifications
Currently enrolled in or completed a Master's (or PhD) in Robotics, ECE, ME, CS, or a related field.
Proficient in Python; comfortable with Linux and version control.
Hands-on experience with at least one of: ROS/ROS2, sensor integration, CAD (OpenSCAD/Onshape/SolidWorks), or 3D printing.
Able to work on-site in Palo Alto or Redmond Lab
Preferred
Experience with imitation learning / robot learning data pipelines (LeRobot, RLDS, HDF5).
Familiarity with depth cameras, SLAM, or multi-camera calibration.
Teleoperation, motion capture, or VR/AR input experience.
Soldering, electronics prototyping, mechanical fabrication
Hourly Rate: $45
Centific is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
