Staff Software Engineer (Embedded)

Primary Function of Position 

The Staff Software Engineer will play a critical role in building and evolving the embedded networking and connectivity software that underpins Intuitives surgical robotic platforms. This role sits within the IoMT & Platform Integration team and focuses on the system-side software that enables secure reliable communication between robotic systems adjacent platform components and cloud services. 

This is a Staff-level role requiring deep embedded systems expertise strong networking fundamentals and the ability to operate as a technical leadowning designs solving complex production issues and guiding other engineers through influence and mentorship. The work spans both new capability development and support of released in-market systems. 

Essential Job Duties 

• Embedded Networking & Systems Development 
  • Design develop and maintain embedded networking software running on robotic or IoT systems
  • Implement and evolve communication mechanisms using protocols such as TCP/IP HTTP WebSockets MQTT gRPC or pub/sub models
  • Contribute to system architecture that balances performance reliability security and long-term maintainability across hardware generations 
  • Support fielded products including root cause analysis and resolution of complex production issues 
• Platform & Cloud Integration 
  • Enable robust device-to-platform and device-to-cloud integration primarily with AWS-based infrastructure 
  • Collaborate with partner teams to ensure embedded systems integrate cleanly with backend services 
  • Design connectivity with awareness of latency bandwidth uptime and operational constraints typical of embedded systems 
• Security Quality & Reliability 
  • Design software that meets security safety and reliability expectations appropriate for surgical systems 
  • Implement secure communication mechanisms (e.g. encryption authentication authorization) 
  • Participate in risk analysis activities (e.g. FMEA) and implement software mitigations as needed 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
  • Work closely with QA Product Management Cybersecurity Regulatory Affairs and Clinical teams 
  • Support the full software development lifecycle from requirements through verification and release 
  • Communicate design intent tradeoffs and risks clearly across technical and non-technical audiences 
• Staff-Level Technical Leadership 
  • Act as a technical lead on complex problems and initiatives 
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to other engineers through code reviews design discussions and day-to-day collaboration 
  • Drive clarity and alignment in ambiguous or evolving problem spaces 

Qualifications :

Required Education Skills & Experience 

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (Masters preferred) 
• 8 years of hands-on experience developing software for embedded robotic or IoT systems 
• Strong proficiency in Python with meaningful experience in C/C for system services tooling or integration 
• Solid experience with network protocols and system design patterns 
• Proven ability to debug and support production systems 
• Strong communication documentation and collaboration skills 

Preferred Skills & Experience 

• Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments (e.g. Yocto QNX VxWorks)
• Experience integrating embedded systems with AWS or similar cloud platforms
• Experience with asynchronous and multi-threaded systems
• Exposure to cybersecurity concepts (TLS/SSL PKI certificates secure transport) 
• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical industries (medical devices telecom aerospace industrial systems) 

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

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Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time