Senior Software Engineer - User Interface for Robotic Surgery

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer - User Interface to join our innovative team at Intuitive. This Senior Software Engineer remote position focuses on developing cutting-edge software for robotic-assisted surgical devices. You will work collaboratively with a cross-functional team to enhance the user experience of complex surgical technologies, ensuring they are safe, easy to learn, and confidence-inspiring.

What You'll Do

• Design, implement, debug, and verify software and user interfaces using Qt and other tools in an embedded C++ environment.
• Collaborate with user interaction designers, clinical engineers, and robotic controls engineers to iteratively refine implementations.
• Perform formal risk analysis and develop software mitigations to ensure product safety and compliance.
• Document software requirements, specifications, and verification protocols according to Intuitive’s development guidelines.
• Produce robust, high-quality code in a fast-paced environment, adapting to rapidly changing requirements.

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years of experience with commercial embedded software development.
• Hands-on engineering experience with proven ability to work well in a team environment.
• Demonstrated experience in all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, implementation, debug, verification, validation, and transfer to manufacturing.
• Experience with Object-Oriented development in C++ and GUI development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Qt/QML and QNX.
• Familiarity with 3D Graphics frameworks (e.g., OpenGL).
• Experience with embedded Linux development.
• Knowledge of Python programming.
• Experience designing software products in an FDA-regulated industry.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $160,300 to $271,400 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Equity options and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.