Software Engineer, Robotics

Neuralink; South San Francisco, Austin (CA, TX); On-site; USD 119,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity (RSUs)

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Meals provided

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Neuralink is seeking a software engineer to write code for a surgical robot, focusing on high‑reliability hardware and real‑world deployment rather than simulations. Requirements include hands‑on robotics experience, strong Linux proficiency, and programming in C/C++ or Rust, with a proven history of shipping products.

Base salary ranges from $119,000 to $200,000 USD, plus RSU equity and comprehensive benefits for full‑time employees.

Qualifications

• Hands-on robotics experience.
• Strong Linux proficiency.
• Programming in a system language (C/C++/Rust).
• Evidence of shipping products.
• Excellent engineering or CS fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Write software for a surgical robot used in real hardware, not just simulations.

Skills

Robotics experience

Engineering or CS background

Linux

C/C++/Rust

Shipping products

Job description

About Neuralink:

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

Team Description:

Our robotics integrate actuated devices with microelectromechanical systems as well as novel surgical procedures. These applications place strong emphasis on high‑precision, high‑repeatability mechanical motion, as well as high reliability and fail‑safe design. You will be responsible for writing software and making sure your code works on an actual surgical robot, not just simulation.

Neuralink strives to be a meritocratic environment: we require honest and transparent communication to ensure the best ideas win out, and we believe the best solutions emerge and the best teams are created when you assemble high‑performing individuals and allow them to engage in rigorous and thoughtful inquiry. We want to work with exceptional people, and, to the extent that you excel, we want you to take on more responsibility and help all of us succeed. If this speaks to you, come join us.

Required Qualifications:

• Evidence of exceptional ability in engineering or computer science.
• Hands‑on experience with robotics or high reliability systems.
• Experience coding in Linux and a system language like C/C++/Rust.
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
• Proven history of shipping products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in computer vision.
• Experience working on medical robots.
• Experience working with high precision systems.

Expected Compensation:

The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees’ success with the company’s long‑term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full‑time employees.

Base Salary Range:

$119,000—$200,000 USD

What We Offer:

Full‑time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
• Paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Meals provided
• Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
• Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded