Robotics Software Engineer: Manufacturing & Test

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

Job summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a software engineer to design, develop, and validate software for manufacturing robotic systems, instruments, and accessories.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and QA teams to ensure reliability and safety in production. The role emphasizes integration of software with hardware, adherence to SDLC, and the ability to work on complex, multidisciplinary projects in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks and tools (C#/Python is a plus).
• Solid understanding of OOP/OOD/Design Patterns/SW Architecture.
• Passionate about technologies and loves programming.
• Ability to map, design, develop, and test software from inception to launch.
• Experience in integrating software with hardware components such as PLCs, sensors, and robotics.
• Experience in driving, planning, executing, and delivering projects and communicating progress.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement software solutions for equipment that builds and tests medical devices such as robotic systems, instruments and accessories.
• Build and maintain software infrastructures that enable value extraction from the data generated.
• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Understand products' operations and controls, and ensure integrity in volume production.
• Document IQOQPQ and DQ validation activities on manufacturing equipment.
• Develop, document and follow good software development practices.
• Work independently to overcome roadblocks with minimal guidance.
• Take ownership of manufacturing software and drive cross-functional projects to completion.
• Support and enhance existing production software.

Skills

C#

Python

OOP / Design Patterns

SW Architecture

Software-hardware integration

Project management

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's or master's in engineering (Software Engineering or Computer Science preferred)

4+ years software design and development experience

Job description

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a software engineer to design, develop, and validate software for manufacturing robotic systems, instruments, and accessories.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and QA teams to ensure reliability and safety in production. The role emphasizes integration of software with hardware, adherence to SDLC, and the ability to work on complex, multidisciplinary projects in a regulated environment.