Strategic Project Lead, Robotics — Enterprise AI Solutions & Strategy

We are seeking a detail-oriented Strategic Project Lead, Robotics — Enterprise AI Solutions & Strategy ($300,000 - $500,000/year, 100% remote) to join ZR Talent Group. Contributors in this role draw upon real-world mastery of Data Pipeline Ownership, FPS, Hardware Systems, Tooling & Automation to evaluate AI-generated deliverables, construct detailed grading rubrics, and guide post-training model alignment.

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Own robotics data pipelines from initial concept through completion with clear accountability for quality and delivery.
• Design and optimize large-scale data collection and processing pipelines.
• Scale operations by balancing cost, quality, and throughput.
• Deploy and manage hardware systems (multi-camera rigs, RGB/stereo/IMU sensors).
• Lead data transformation pipelines aligned with strict client schemas and formats.
• Identify bottlenecks and build automation for validation, QA, and reporting.
• Define and enforce capture protocols, workflows, and operational standards.
• Translate client requirements into executable systems and processes.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and finance to drive execution.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Strong experience with robotics or high-throughput data pipelines.
• Hands-on with sensor systems, FPS constraints, and multi-camera setups.
• Analytical and systems-oriented; able to optimize cost vs speed vs quality.
• Clear communicator across technical and non-technical teams.
• Practical background using large-scale data processing, storage, and delivery systems.
• Proven ability to define schemas, protocols, and operational standards.
• Track record of driving cross-functional execution and improving systems.
• High ownership, fast execution, and comfort in ambiguous environments.
• Preferred:
• Experience scaling robotics data operations from pilot to production.
• Built internal tools for data validation, QA, or pipeline automation.
• Experience working directly with clients on technical data requirements.
• Compensation & Benefits Notice
• The national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $120,000 –$160,000. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. ZR Talent Group provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $300,000 - $500,000/year
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 1 active specialist position
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: Data Pipeline Ownership, FPS, Hardware Systems, Tooling & Automation, Client Delivery