Real-Time Robotics Software Engineer for Medical Tech

Johnson & Johnson; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a Software Engineer for real-time, mission-critical robotics software on the OTTAVA platform. You will develop real-time C++ components and integrate with embedded hardware, participating in design reviews and tests.

The role requires 2+ years of production C++ experience, strong knowledge of modern C++, and familiarity with OS concepts. This on-site position offers opportunities across a cutting-edge medical robotics program.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in CS/CE/Robotics or related field.
• At least 2 years of production C++ experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and concurrency.
• Familiarity with OS concepts and IPC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real-time C++ components using EtherCAT, CAN, and custom stacks.
• Debug timing, synchronization, and communication in real-time loops.
• Write unit, integration, and system tests for safety-critical software.
• Collaborate with Controls, FPGA/EE, and V&V teams to integrate software with hardware.
• Participate in code reviews, static analysis, and defect triage.
• Contribute to design docs, requirements tracing, and verification artifacts.

Skills

Multi-threaded C++

Real-time software

OS concepts

Git

Debug tools

Education

B.S./M.S. in CS/CE/Robotics

Tools

Git

JTAG

Scopes

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a Software Engineer for real-time, mission-critical robotics software on the OTTAVA platform. You will develop real-time C++ components and integrate with embedded hardware, participating in design reviews and tests.

The role requires 2+ years of production C++ experience, strong knowledge of modern C++, and familiarity with OS concepts. This on-site position offers opportunities across a cutting-edge medical robotics program.