Robotic Teleoperation Algorithms & Controls Engineer

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical seeks a Systems Analyst to advance the robotic algorithms and controls used in da Vinci instruments. You will work to optimize tele-operated motion performance, collaborate across clinical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams, and ensure safety and reliability in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include analyzing instrument behavior, tuning control algorithms, and contributing to prototype evaluation and regulatory documentation as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of control systems required.
• Solid understanding of robot kinematics.
• Strong grasp of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the tele-operated motion performance of robotic surgical instruments.
• Ensure motion fidelity by collaborating with clinical development and mechanical design teams.
• Analyze and experiment to understand behavior and limitations of the instrument mechanism.
• Modify and tune algorithms to optimize motion fidelity for clinical environments.
• Implement features and algorithms to support new instrument development with the design team.
• Perform risk analysis and document risks, requirements, and test protocols for FDA approvals.
• Analyze field data to improve instrument performance and stability.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to develop automated fixtures for calibration and testing.
• Lead by providing a broad technical perspective and own cross-disciplinary issues.

Skills

Control systems

Robot kinematics

Mechanical systems

Job description

Intuitive Surgical seeks a Systems Analyst to advance the robotic algorithms and controls used in da Vinci instruments. You will work to optimize tele-operated motion performance, collaborate across clinical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams, and ensure safety and reliability in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include analyzing instrument behavior, tuning control algorithms, and contributing to prototype evaluation and regulatory documentation as needed.