Senior Systems Analyst (Robotic Algorithms and Controls)

Primary Function of Position:

The Systems Analyst develops algorithms that ensure the safe reliable and effective operation of roboticassisted surgical systems. Responsibilities span early functional prototype development through formal product testing.

The role also provides analytical support to crossfunctional engineering teams influencing mechanism design software architecture and component selection through deep physical and algorithmic insight. The goal is to deliver precise motioncontrol performance and highlevel system behaviors that respond reliably to user input.

As a member of the Future Forward engineering team you will design implement and integrate complex functionality into complete surgical robotic platforms supporting them through humanuse evaluation and product release.

Success requires thriving in a focused fastmoving environment; driving solutions from evolving requirements; and iterating methodically while upholding rigorous quality standards that prioritize patient safety. Strong learning agility the ability to understand system requirements from both user and engineering perspectives and a collaborative mindset are essential. You will be supported by experienced leadership and development teams committed to your success.

Essential Job Duties

• Design develop and implement motioncontrol and teleoperation algorithms for nextgeneration surgical robotic systems and instruments.

• Contribute to the architectural definition of the robotic control system leveraging realtime and eventdriven algorithms to achieve complex system behaviors.

• Participate in all phases of the Design Controls process by identifying system requirements and converting them into safe verifiable designs.

• Lead the design implementation and testing of safetycritical and faultdetection algorithms.

• Lead the electromechanical and software integration of new prototypes providing analytical and algorithmic guidance to hardware and software teams.

• Methodically refine and improve system performance throughout maturation from prototype to production by planning and prioritizing the development on a quarterly and annual basis.

• Diligently document innovative contributions generating and protecting intellectual property.

Qualifications :

Required Education and Training

• Masters degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field with 5 years of experience in control systems servo control or robotics.

• Alternatively a Ph.D. degree in one of the technical fields above with 3 years of experience.

Required Skills and Experience

• Expert knowledge of robotics and motioncontrol concepts including kinematic/dynamic modeling and system identification.

• Expertise in position force and impedance control of robotic manipulators.

• Familiarity with control of compliant and flexible systems.

• Experience implementing tuning and diagnosing real-time servocontrol systems.

• Strong proficiency in C/C for realtime controlalgorithm development.

• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for analysis simulation and testing.

• Strong analytical and debugging skills for embedded software and electromechanical systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor the communication to a broad range of audiences.

• Effective crossfunctional teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in all phases of the product development lifecycle including design implementation debug verification validation and transfer to manufacturing.

• Experience designing software products in a regulated industry or for mission critical applications; comfort with concepts of design input design output traceability risk analysis and mitigations.

• Familiarity with IEC 62304 and software life cycle processes for medical devices.

• Experience with Embedded Linux or QNX FreeRTOS or similar operating systems; experience with bare metal designs.

• Hands-on prototyping with rapid development tools (e.g. Arduino STM32).

• Software development for multi-processor/multi-core systems.

• Fluent with version control tools and build systems.

• Hands-on engineering experience with proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside or plan to reside in Alabama Arkansas Delaware Florida Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina or Tennessee.

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