Intuitive Surgical, Inc

Robotic Algorithms and Control Engineer

Intuitive Surgical, Inc$120K — $145K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or PhD in a related field, or equivalent experience with 3 years in a relevant position.
  • Strong programming skills in embedded C and C++, with debugging expertise.
  • Experience with control systems theory and applications.
  • Proficient in MATLAB for algorithm development.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on mechatronic systems.
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-energy team environment with excellent communication abilities.
  • Passionate about product quality and ongoing improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Design new surgical platforms through control systems analysis and software development.
  • Implement motion control algorithms to enhance robotic capabilities.
  • Apply control theory to validate mechatronic system designs.
  • Develop safety monitoring algorithms grounded in physics principles.
  • Engage in clinical observations to refine performance metrics.
  • Document innovations and pursue intellectual property opportunities.
  • Communicate system performance and improvements across the organization.
  • Support system performance tracking from design through production.

Benefits

  • Market-competitive compensation packages to attract top talent.
  • Opportunities for equity and incentives along with base pay.
  • Strong emphasis on continued learning and skills development.
  • Collaborative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Function of Position

Systems Analysts (Robotic Algorithms and Control) at Intuitive Surgical perform a central role in the design, development, and support of new products in the daVinci Surgery product line. Systems Analysts are primarily responsible for the tele-robotic motion control algorithms, robotic manipulator control and safety algorithms for new surgical robots and surgical instruments. This responsibility crosses into electrical, mechanical, software, control, user interface, and safety engineering where all the subsystems are integrated together. Systems Analysts strive to provide early design input, quickly prove out new designs, and seek out solutions to subtle and challenging problems in system integration and motion control. Responsibilities continue until the products are shipping to customers with the highest quality and reliability.

Essential Job Duties
  • Contribute to design of new surgical platforms and instruments through control system analysis and software development.
  • Implement motion control algorithms.
  • Apply control theory to the design and verification of mechatronic and tele-robotic systems.
  • Create safety monitoring algorithms based on sound physics.
  • Participate in clinical observations and experiments to ensure that performance requirements are relevant and realistic.
  • Document and pursue intellectual property.
  • Communicate system performance to the organization as a whole.
  • Improve group work-flow through tool building and teaching others.
  • Support and track system performance as it moves from design to production.


Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience
  • Theoretical training in and experience implementing classical and modern servo control systems.
  • Possess strong embedded C programming capabilities as well as hardware, software, and mechanism integration skills.
  • Strong C++ development and debugging skills
  • Experience with MATLAB
  • Be guided by strong engineering intuition for mechatronic systems and at the same time be detail oriented and able to develop and push a single solution to completion.
  • Excel in a high-energy team and demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Work independently while simultaneously balancing collaboration on project planning and communication.
  • Show passion for product quality and continuous improvements.

Required Education and Training
  • 3 years experience and a Master's degree; or a PhD; or equivalent experience.

Working Conditions
  • None

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • None


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.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate's qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

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.

About Intuitive Surgical, Inc

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System. The company is part of the NASDAQ-100 and S&P 500. Intuitive Surgical has installed more than 5,000 surgical systems worldwide, and has more than 4,000 employees.
Learn more about Intuitive Surgical, Inc
Size
9,793 employees
Market Cap
$93.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+16.1%
Revenue
$4.3 billion
NASDAQ

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