Manager, Embedded Software Engineering Future Forward

Primary Function of Position

We are seeking an energetic authentic Embedded Software Engineering Manager to lead and empower a high-caliber team of brilliant highly motivated engineers launching a groundbreaking medical this high-impact hands-on role you will champion the technical excellence and development of low-level software across RTOS and embedded Linux platforms. You excel at translating complex technical vision into execution while cutting through technical complexity to keep your team aligned energized and moving fast. If you thrive in a dynamic highly regulated environment (FDA 21 CFR Part 820 IEC 62304) where early-stage product challenges evolve rapidly and team energy runs high this is your opportunity to shape the future of medical technology.

Essential Job Duties

• Lead Inspire & Multiply: Serve as a passionate leader for a high-performing team of firmware and software engineers. Cultivate a culture of innovation high autonomy technical rigor and rapid execution through direct mentorship and hands-on guidance.
• Drive High-Speed Technical Execution: Direct and participate in the technical architecture across board bring-up real-time control algorithms platform development cybersecurity OS management and safety-critical software.
• Bridge Strategy & Agile Delivery: Craft own and track dynamic bottom-up engineering roadmaps that meet aggressive product milestones seamlessly managing interdependencies with hardware clinical and human factors teams.
• Champion Modern Engineering Practices: Continuously elevate the teams development enginedriving modern Agile workflows CI/CD automation clear code reviews and proactive bug management built for speed and regulatory compliance. unit testing test driven development (TDD)
• Embed Safety & Risk Management: Lead risk-based design efforts (hazard analysis software FMEA) to architect robust failsafe software systems that uncompromisingly prioritize patient safety.
• Accelerate Delivery to Market: Own the software release lifecycle end-to-endfrom unit testing and full verification/validation (V&V) to seamless transfer to manufacturing.
• Amplify Team Impact: Serve as the teams chief advocate and key technical liaison clearly articulating technical wins tradeoffs and roadmaps to executive leadership cross-functional partners and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications :

Required Education Skills & Experience

• Education: BS in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Technical Experience: 10 years of hands-on embedded software engineering experience (C/C) with deep expertise in RTOS and embedded Linux environments.
• Leadership: 35 years of experience directly managing growing and energizing high-performing technical teams.
• Medical Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of IEC 62304 software lifecycle processes and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 design controls.
• Safety-Critical Systems: Proven track record architecting complex safety-critical embedded systems including risk management and failure mode analysis (FMEA).
• Delivery Track Record: Proven ability to drive complex software deliverables from napkin sketch through V&V and commercial transfer under ambitious timelines.
• Modern Tooling: Strong fluency with Git CI/CD pipelines automated testing and agile release management practices. static analysis tools

Preferred Attributes & Mindset

• Culture Builder: A high-energy leader with a track record of attracting retaining and unlocking the full potential of elite engineers in a high-trust high-accountability environment.
• Relentless Problem-Solver: A resourceful self-starter who embraces technical ambiguity stays composed under pressure and tackles complex challenges with urgency and optimism.
• Crisp Communicator: Exceptional ability to distill complex architectural decisions into clear compelling narratives for diverse stakeholders.
• Biased for Action: High initiative relentless follow-through and a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries of what medical devices can achieve.

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.

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 employeeswho 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 governments 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 employeesstart 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. 

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This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time