
Supervisor, Robot Teleoperations Support
Supervisor, Robot Teleoperations Support
Time type: full time
Posted on: July 09, 2025
Job requisition id: R5072
What we need
We are looking for a Supervisor, Robot Teleoperations Support to join our Perception Infrastructure Engineering team. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day shift operations and leading a team of Robot Teleoperations Support Specialists. The team plays a vital role in supporting real-time robotic operations in dynamic, high-volume warehouse environments.
What we do
The Perception Infrastructure Engineering team is a highly specialized group that enables real-time robot control and support across all active customer sites. PIE plays a critical role within the broader Perception organization, which is responsible for developing the cutting-edge algorithms that power robotic decision-making, localization, and autonomy.
What you’ll do
- Lead and Develop the Team: Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of Robot Teleoperations Support Specialists across multiple shifts. Provide clear expectations, real-time guidance, and ongoing development opportunities.
- Ensure Shift Coverage and Accountability: Manage shift planning and handoffs, ensuring all support queues are addressed and support activities are completed consistently and accurately.
- Escalation and Troubleshooting: Act as the primary escalation point for complex operational or technical challenges. Coordinate with engineering, software, and site teams as needed to resolve issues efficiently.
- Performance Monitoring: Track key team metrics including task completion, incident response time, and shift coverage. Identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal engineering and software teams to test tools, suggest usability improvements, and contribute to feedback loops on internal support systems.
- Documentation and Reporting: Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of support activity, incident response, and shift transitions. Provide regular reporting on performance and support trends to leadership.
- Foster a Strong Team Culture: Promote a culture of responsiveness, precision, and continuous improvement. Set the tone for high standards, calm leadership, and collaborative problem-solving.
What you’ll need
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical support, IT operations, robotics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory, team lead, or operations management role.
- Strong technical proficiency with support dashboards, log analysis, scheduling tools, and productivity software (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Jira, Confluence, Teams).
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working in high-pressure, fast-paced operational environments.
- Ability to manage distributed teams across rotating shifts or 24/7 coverage.
- Strong decision-making skills and a clear sense of urgency.
Preferred
- Familiarity with robotics, automation systems, or teleoperation platforms
- Experience supporting real-time operations in logistics, warehouse, or industrial settings.
- Track record of implementing process improvements or training programs.
- Background in collaborating with engineering or software development teams.
Our environment
- May require participation in an on-call rotation or weekend/holiday shift coverage.
- Role is mostly on-site, depending on team needs. Some remote workallowed.
- 10% travel may be required for team training or support initiatives.
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