Job Description
Microsoft’s Discovery and Quantum (MDQ) division develops and delivers advanced artificial intelligence (AI), cloud-enabled capabilities, and strategic technologies to help solve the world’s major challenges. From accelerating scientific discovery with advanced AI tools, to pioneering breakthroughs in quantum computing, to advancing robotics and AI capabilities that drive real-world impact, joining MDQ means building the future, partnering with fast-moving innovators, and operating in a high-impact, mission-driven environment. At Microsoft Robotics within MDQ, we build and deploy technologies that enable people, robots, and AI agents to collaborate and achieve more. We are building Microsoft’s platform for physical intelligence—an integrated robotics software and AI platform that brings together humans, robots, and agents through robotics AI models, innovative teaming solutions and experiences, physically grounded agentic AI workflows, trustworthy test and evaluation, and real-world customer-focused validation. Built on Microsoft’s core platforms and delivered through and with a global ecosystem of partners and customers, this platform accelerates AI for the physical world and helps robotics solutions move from experimentation to reliable, scaled deployment. We are hiring a Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Navigation) at the software engineer II level, to design, develop, and deploy navigation and planning systems that enable robots to move safely, efficiently, and reliably through real-world environments. This engineer will work across the autonomy stack, including localization, mapping, path planning, motion planning, behavioral decision-making, and controls integration, translating high-level mission intent into dynamically feasible robot motion. The role sits at the intersection of classical robotics, modern AI systems, simulation, and field deployment, with responsibility for building navigation capabilities that operate across diverse robot embodiments, sensor configurations, and operating conditions. The engineer will help advance Microsoft’s robotics platform by developing robust planning and navigation software that enables robots, AI agents, and human operators to coordinate effectively in physical environments. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
