RISE Software Engineer

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

The RISE Engineer, Rotations at Intuitive Science and Engineering, completes 4 x six-month assignments across various functions and business units to complete a 2-year program.  The program provides accelerated learning and development experience along with acquisition of product knowledge, technical skills, and professional development.  Some of the assignment rotations may include product design, manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, supplier engineering, and process engineering.  At the conclusion of the RISE program, participants will have the opportunity to interview for any available permanent positions within the organization for which they are qualified.

Essential Job Duties

• Support key technical projects across the business units. 

• Transfer of project knowledge and key information to other RISE Engineers.

• Network with mentor and other Intuitive employees for greater organization understanding and growth.

• Attend RISE training sessions for increased technical and soft skills.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong technical ability to grasp new concepts and apply to problem-solving /solutions
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow manager guidance and work direction, deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent in C, C++, C#, python
• Strong writing and Microsoft Office skills
• Flexible and open-minded
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral)

Required Education and Training

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering or related degree

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with robots or electro-mechanical devices
• Knowledge of the following: QNX, Linux, Eclipse, embedded software and MATLAB
• Strong agentic AI engineering skills

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

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

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 government’s 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 employee’s
start 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.

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.

Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected].

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.