Senior Software Engineer - Embedded UI; Qt​/C++

Job Description

Our team works collaboratively within a cross‑functional team to develop the graphical user interface for both existing and future robotic systems in the da Vinci product line. We are passionate about both the function and finish of digital interfaces, with expertise in a broad range of development environments. The ideal candidate is an independent and fast‑paced developer with excellent problem‑solving skills, capable of producing robust, high‑quality code in the face of rapidly changing requirements.

In addition to interface development, the role involves building a coherent test and calibration strategy and developing software to implement the same.

Our team collaborates with other engineering disciplines—mechanical, electrical, and interaction designers—to design, implement, and iterate graphical interfaces for the da Vinci product line, ensuring superior user experience and system integration.

• Develop world‑class digital interfaces. Create simple and elegant interfaces and supporting infrastructure/middleware for the da Vinci product line using Qt and other tools in an embedded C/C++ environment. Maintain superior development standards from prototypes through production.
• Implement the visual language of the product. Collaborate with interaction and visual designers to produce beautiful and functional interfaces.
• Contribute to system and software architecture. Work with other members of the engineering team to define the architecture and select the tools used for system graphical interfaces.
• Explore new user interface technologies. Work with mechanical and electrical engineers to explore new user interface technologies. Rapidly iterate on prototypes of those technologies to assess feasibility and value.

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years of experience and a Master's degree; or equivalent experience.
• Experience with GUI development frameworks such as Qt.
• Fluency in object‑oriented programming using C/C++.
• Experience developing and supporting digital interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience in multiple phases of the product development lifecycle including design, implementation, debugging, verification, and maintenance.
• Passionate about delivering the best possible experience to the user.

• Experience working with electrosurgical generators.
• Experience in scripting Python.
• Experience with 3D graphics frameworks (OpenGL, Vulkan, etc.).
• Experience in web development.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Base Compensation Range Region 1: $188,600 USD – $271,400 USD

Base Compensation Range Region 2: $160,300 USD – $230,700 USD

Shift: Day

Workplace Type: Onsite – This job is fully onsite.