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Data Collection Operator, Optimus

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
What to Expect

Tesla is looking for highly motivated and adaptive individuals to support Tesla's data collection team. The primary objectives of this role are to collect data, assist with engineering requests, and report equipment feedback.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to make data driven decisions and be comfortable working in a dynamic & fast paced work environment. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm for the field of robotics and a strong desire to contribute to the development of Optimus.

Shifts Available: 8:00AM-4:30PM or 4:00PM-12:30AM or 12AM - 8:30AM


What You'll Do
  • Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
  • Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
  • Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
  • Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
  • Analyze and report on data collected during shift
  • Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
  • Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
  • Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner

What You'll Bring
  • Must be able to walk 7 hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs. of various types of equipment
  • Height between 5'6" and 6' as role requires the use of motion capture suits
  • Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time. Note that the use of VR headsets or working in a virtual environment can be disorienting and uncomfortable for some people, which can result in VR sickness symptoms. Experience using VR equipment a plus
  • Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
  • Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day overtime when needed

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
    Expected Compensation
    $25.25 - $34.50/hour cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

     

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