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Job Description:
? Robotics Lab Technician - Strategic Missions & Technologies
Location: Redmond, WA
Team: Strategic Missions and Technologies (SMT)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract)
? Role Overview
Microsoft's Strategic Missions and Technologies (SMT) division is seeking a hands-on and mission-driven Robotics Lab Technician to join our cutting-edge B25 Robotics Lab. This facility is the heartbeat of our Physical AI and Robotics initiatives, supporting scientific discovery in material science, chemistry, and robotics. You'll play a pivotal role in enabling safe, efficient, and scalable experimentation with physical robots and AI models.
This is a rare opportunity to work directly with advanced robotic platforms and foundational AI models from Microsoft, OpenAI, and emerging technologies. If you thrive in dynamic lab environments and enjoy blending hardware, software, and AI systems, this role is for you.
? What You'll Do
Lab Operations & Safety (20%)
Technical Execution & Experimentation (80%)
Minimum Qualifications
Ready to shape the future of robotics and AI? Join us in building the next generation of intelligent machines.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
? Robotics Lab Technician - Strategic Missions & Technologies
Location: Redmond, WA
Team: Strategic Missions and Technologies (SMT)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract)
? Role Overview
Microsoft's Strategic Missions and Technologies (SMT) division is seeking a hands-on and mission-driven Robotics Lab Technician to join our cutting-edge B25 Robotics Lab. This facility is the heartbeat of our Physical AI and Robotics initiatives, supporting scientific discovery in material science, chemistry, and robotics. You'll play a pivotal role in enabling safe, efficient, and scalable experimentation with physical robots and AI models.
This is a rare opportunity to work directly with advanced robotic platforms and foundational AI models from Microsoft, OpenAI, and emerging technologies. If you thrive in dynamic lab environments and enjoy blending hardware, software, and AI systems, this role is for you.
? What You'll Do
Lab Operations & Safety (20%)
- Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance
- Monitor safety protocols during physical testing and serve as on-site contact for audits
- Manage lab consumables, inventory, and repair logs
Technical Execution & Experimentation (80%)
- Perform robot fleet maintenance: battery conditioning, software provisioning, sensor diagnostics
- Execute sensor calibration (camera, IMU, LiDAR) and testbed reconfiguration
- Support hardware-in-the-loop tests, mock environments, and motion capture setups
- Assist with prototype integration: mechanical assembly, wiring, firmware flashing
- Collaborate with engineers during live experiments and rapid troubleshooting
- Deploy and monitor cloud-connected robotic systems and simulation tools
- Collect, curate, and manage robotic datasets for AI and autonomy workflows
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years in a robotics lab, R&D lab, or engineering prototyping environment
- Familiarity with robotic hardware systems (mobile robots, manipulators, sensors)
- Basic proficiency with mechanical tools, soldering, and electronics troubleshooting
- Understanding of safety best practices in lab environments
- Experience with ROS or similar robotics middleware
- Exposure to AI-based robotic systems and field deployment logistics
- Experience with simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, MuJoCo)
- Familiarity with testbed calibration tools and cloud computing (Azure preferred)
- Ability to manage concurrent priorities in a high-throughput lab
- Strong interpersonal skills and cross-functional collaboration experience
- Direct hands-on work with physical robots and cutting-edge AI models
- Exposure to foundational technologies from Microsoft and OpenAI
- Opportunity to contribute to scientific discovery in robotics, material science, and chemistry
- Experience that is highly transferable across the robotics and AI industry
- 10+ years of overall experience in robotics or related technical fields
- Passion for robotics demonstrated through personal projects, volunteering, or outreach
- Strong technical foundation paired with curiosity and a collaborative mindset
Ready to shape the future of robotics and AI? Join us in building the next generation of intelligent machines.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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