SW Test Engineer

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position:

The Ion™ endoluminal system is Intuitive's robotic platform for minimally invasive biopsy in the peripheral lung, with an initial goal of improving the early diagnosis of lung cancer. The main responsibility of the position is to play a key role in the software verification of the features for Ion products.   

The Software Test Engineer will support the verification and validation of software for a robotic surgical system. Working closely with the software developers, system engineers, and other cross-functional teams, this individual will design, develop, execute and document software verification activities to ensure product quality and compliance with requirements.  This role requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality software in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, execute and document test protocols for the functional verification of complex robotic surgical systems.
• Review and provide feedback on requirement/specification clarity to support test method development.
• Perform traceability analysis to ensure 100% test coverage
• Perform hands-on testing and test execution using automated test tools and test management applications.
• Develop, maintain, and execute manual and automated test cases to verify software functionality and system performance.
• Document test results, defects, and verification activities in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Develop test scripts and automation solutions, as appropriate, to improve test efficiency and coverage.
• Create and maintain module-level software tests using Python or other scripting languages.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using issue management tools.
• Collaborate with software developers and cross functional team members to investigate issues, reproduce failures, and verify corrective actions.
• Perform integration, regression, sanity, release acceptance, system, and ad-hoc testing to support software releases.
• Execute verification activities for software defect fixes and support formal verification efforts.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of test methods, tools, and processes.
• Perform product demos when necessary.

Qualifications

Skill/Job Requirements: 

To qualify for this position, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline and 2+ years’ experience (or Master’s degree).
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to methodically investigate  and isolate issues.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision in a fast paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a cross-functional engineering team.
• Understanding of software testing principles and verification methodologies.

Ideally, a candidate would also have:

• Basic programming or scripting experience in python or similar language.
• Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux Operating systems and Virtualization.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Experience with Medical Design Control processes.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
• Experience with Bug Tracking tools.
• Experience with Requirements Management Tools.
• Experience with Test Management Tools.

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 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.

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.

Base Compensation Range Region 1: $122,400 USD - $165,600 USD
Base Compensation Range Region 2: $104,000 USD - $140,800 USD
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Onsite - This job is fully onsite.