Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Field Robotics)
Core
Plan, coordinate, and execute field test campaigns for robotic systems across diverse real-world environments, including customer sites and partner facilities.
Role type
Field test engineer for robotics
Builds
Field test protocols, acceptance criteria, data collection procedures, and reporting templates for robot hardware, software, and AI model performance
Domain
Robotics, Field Operations, Hardware-Software Integration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Field test campaign planning and execution, Robotic system deployment and operation, Sensor calibration and network configuration, Data collection and analysis (sensor logs, telemetry, video), Root cause analysis and troubleshooting, Technical documentation and reporting, Test automation scripting, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with ROS/ROS2 middleware, Linux-based systems, Robot debugging tools, Structured test planning and V&V methodologies, Python for data analysis
Technologies
ROS, ROS2, Linux, Python
Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and operate robotic platforms in the field; Collect, organize, and analyze field test data; Diagnose and troubleshoot field issues across the full robot stack; Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate field findings; Identify and provide feedback on process gaps in field deployment; Maintain detailed documentation around field deployment procedures; Participate in test triage and review meetings; Assist in the development of end-to-end readiness programs
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
