Future Opportunity -- Senior Robotic Algorithms and Controls Engineer

Intuitive; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 139,400 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive is seeking a Systems Analyst (Robotic Control Engineer) for the Ion Endoluminal System. You will generate, tune, and debug key algorithms and build tools supporting these algorithms across robotics software and hardware domains.

Ideal candidates have strong C/C++/Matlab skills, experience with electromechanical integration, and a PhD or MS in robotics-related field, with 5+ years in related work. This onsite role emphasizes collaboration and rigorous analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design and optimize software algorithms for complex electromechanical systems.
• Strong problem solving and rigorous modeling/analysis skills.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex electro-mechanical devices for dynamic safety and clinical risk.
• Design software algorithms for new products and existing field products.
• Design software tools and infrastructure that enable research and development of new algorithms.
• Perform comprehensive testing to ensure the quality and performance of algorithms.
• Facilitate mechanical, hardware, and software integration of new products.
• Document and pursue intellectual property.
• Improve group workflow through building tools and teaching others.
• Support and track system performance as it moves from design to manufacturing.

Education

PhD or MS in robotics-related field

Job description

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints. As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible. Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves. Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long‑term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let’s advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

Systems Analysts (Robotic Control Engineers) are primarily responsible for generating, tuning, and debugging the key algorithms associated with Intuitive Surgical products and providing technical analytic assistance to other engineering groups. As a member of the Systems Analyst team working on the Ion Endoluminal System (Intuitive’s platform for minimally invasive biopsy in the peripheral lung), you will work on both robotic algorithms and the development of tools and software infrastructure that support those algorithms. The successful candidate will have the technical depth to manage deep analysis problems and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team to drive future designs and improvements into the product.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex electro‑mechanical devices for dynamic safety and clinical risk.
• Design software algorithms for new products and existing field products.
• Design software tools and infrastructure that enable research and development of new algorithms.
• Perform comprehensive testing to ensure the quality and performance of algorithms.
• Facilitate mechanical, hardware, and software integration of new products.
• Document and pursue intellectual property.
• Improve group workflow through building tools and teaching others.
• Support and track system performance as it moves from design to manufacturing.

Qualifications

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training

• C/C++ and Matlab programming skills. Knowledge of Python is a plus.
• Demonstrate sound engineering judgment and technical skills in problem solving – both software and hardware.
• Experience in hardware and software integration of complex electromechanical systems.
• Demonstrate intuitive understanding of mechanical phenomena with ability to do rigorous modeling and analysis.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and work autonomously when necessary.
• PhD (preferred) or MS in robotics‑related field.
• Preferred 5+ years of experience in related field.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID‑19. Details can vary by role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status. Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”). For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

Background Check and Security

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Relocation Preference

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

Compensation

Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidate’s qualifications.

Candidate’s Qualifications, Consistent With Applicable Law.

We provide market‑competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Base Salary Range Region 1: $164,000 - $236,000

Base Salary Range Region 2: $139,400 - $200,600

Travel: None

Workplace Type: Set Schedule – This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.