Manager – Robotic Algorithms & Controls
| Company | Intuitive Surgical |
|---|---|
| Location | Sunnyvale, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Minimum 1-3 years of people management experience, or 3-5 years of cross-functional technical leadership in a Robotic Algorithms and Controls Engineers or equivalent role.
- Exceptional embedded C/C++ programming capabilities as well as electromechanical and software integration skills.
- Understanding of, and experience in, implementing classical and modern servo control systems.
- Exceptional engineering intuition for mechatronic systems, combined with detailed and data-oriented approach, to develop and push designs to completion.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to facilitate robust judgments.
- Passion for product quality and continuous improvements across multiple functions.
- Masters in robotics related engineering field, with 6 years of experience in control of mechatronic systems, or Ph.D. in robotics related engineering field with 3 years of experience in control of mechatronic systems.
Responsibilities
- Manage/support a team of Robotic Algorithms and Controls Engineers towards successful accomplishment of product implementation with best-in-class solutions and architectures.
- Provide in-depth research and characterization of electromechanical architectures during the entire design life cycle.
- Facilitate mechanical, electrical, and software integration of new prototypes and new products including complete robotic systems, manipulators, instruments, accessories, and endoscopes.
- Examine complex electro-mechanical devices for dynamic safety and clinical risk.
- Implement safety monitoring algorithms based on sound physics and risk analysis.
- Participate in clinical observations and experiments to ensure that performance requirements are relevant and realistic.
- Adhere to, and contribute to, design control processes, including design reviews, presentations, documentation, and verification and validation testing activities.
- Document and pursue intellectual property.
- Communicate system architectural choices to the cross functional engineering team.
- Improve cross functional workflow and interaction through tool building and teaching others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with design control processes.
- Prior experience in product development under medical device standards (such as ISO 13485, IEC 60601, and IEC 62304), is a plus.