Surgical Robotics Systems Analyst: Motion & Controls

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Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Intuitive Surgical is seeking a Systems Analyst to develop algorithms enabling safe, reliable operation of robotic-assisted surgical systems. You will design, test, and implement motion-control and tele-operation algorithms for next-generation platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine architecture and performance.

The role involves Design Controls, system testing, and documenting innovative contributions while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a technical field with experience in control systems, servo control, or robotics.
  • Expert knowledge of robotics and motion-control concepts, including modeling and system identification.
  • Experience with real-time control algorithms and safety-critical software.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement motion-control and tele-operation algorithms for next-generation robotic systems.
  • Contribute to architectural definitions of robotic control systems with real-time and event-driven algorithms.
  • Lead design, implementation, and testing of safety-critical and fault-detection algorithms.
  • Coordinate electro-mechanical and software integration across hardware and software teams.
  • Document innovations and support IP generation.
  • Iterate system performance from prototype to production with quarterly and annual planning.

Skills

Robotics & motion-control
C/C++ real-time
Python or MATLAB
Analytical & debugging
Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in CS/EE/Mech
Ph.D. in technical field

Tools

Embedded Linux
QNX
FreeRTOS

Job description

Intuitive Surgical is seeking a Systems Analyst to develop algorithms enabling safe, reliable operation of robotic-assisted surgical systems. You will design, test, and implement motion-control and tele-operation algorithms for next-generation platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine architecture and performance.

The role involves Design Controls, system testing, and documenting innovative contributions while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

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