Data Operations Site Lead

Maxinsights•Santa Clara, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

MaxInsights is a provider of embodied robotics data solutions, offering data infrastructure for multimodal data collection and annotation through algorithm-ready dataset delivery for robotics foundation model companies and embodied AI labs. The Data Operations Site Lead oversees daily onsite operations supporting robotics data collection programs. The role leads onsite teams, manages robotic equipment and data collection workflows, and ensures projects operate efficiently while meeting data quality, operational performance, and equipment reliability standards. The role works across robotics, people management, and technical operations, coordinating with Data Operations, Engineering, and other teams on deployments, troubleshooting, equipment testing, and continuous improvement of onsite workflows. It calls for a hands-on leader who can solve practical problems and balance execution with team leadership in a fast-paced startup environment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in robotics operations, automation, technical operations, hardware deployment, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
Experience managing daily operations, including staffing plans, production metrics, resource allocation, and operational planning.
At least 1–2 years of experience leading teams, including hiring, training, performance management, and daily workforce scheduling.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot operational and technical issues in hands-on environments.
Experience coordinating equipment deployment, maintenance, testing, or integration of technical systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to coordinate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to take ownership of onsite operations and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with robotics systems, autonomous systems, or embodied AI technologies.
Experience supporting large-scale robotics data collection, sensor operations, or multimodal data acquisition.
Familiarity with robotic hardware, cameras, sensors, motion capture systems, or other data collection equipment.
Experience with robotics deployment, field operations, hardware integration, or technical service teams.
Experience working in a startup or rapidly scaling technology company.
Background in manufacturing, warehouse automation, e-commerce operations, or technical program management.
Experience establishing operational SOPs, quality control processes, and performance reporting systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily robotics and data collection operations, including workflows, staffing, equipment, and project deliverables.
Hire, train, manage, and develop onsite operations personnel; establish responsibilities, manage schedules, and maintain team accountability.
Oversee setup, deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of robotic systems, sensors, and data collection equipment.
Ensure data collection follows project specifications and standard operating procedures; monitor data quality, completeness, consistency, and production targets.
Develop and track operational KPIs, staffing plans, production metrics, and project milestones; identify bottlenecks and implement efficiency and throughput improvements.
Coordinate onsite testing, equipment upgrades, workflow validation, and integration of new technology with engineering teams.
Serve as the primary onsite contact for Data Operations, Engineering, and other internal stakeholders; communicate progress, escalate issues, and align onsite execution with company objectives.
Build and refine operational procedures, documentation, training materials, and workflows to support consistent execution as the organization scales.