Research Engineer - Robotic Hardware, Simulation, and Data

Join our team as a Robotics Software Engineer at Intuitive Surgical, where we are dedicated to transforming minimally invasive care through innovative technologies. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge software solutions that enhance robotic systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the seamless integration of software with hardware while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

At Wayve, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that values each individual's unique skills and perspectives, irrespective of their sex, race, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.About UsFounded in 2017, Wayve is at the forefront of developing Embodied AI technology. Our cutting-edge AI software and foundation models empower vehicles to perceive, comprehend, and navigate complex environments, enhancing the safety and usability of automated driving systems.Our vision is to create autonomous solutions that move the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are tailored for automakers, driving the transition from assisted to fully automated driving. In our dynamic environment, we tackle significant challenges with enthusiasm, embracing complexity to unlock innovative solutions. We strive for excellence while remaining humble, consistently learning and evolving towards a smarter and safer future.At Wayve, your contributions are essential. We cherish diversity, welcome new insights, and promote an inclusive work atmosphere where we support one another to make a meaningful impact.Join Wayve and embark on a career-defining journey!The RoleAs a Software Engineer, you will engage with Wayve’s next-generation compute and sensor platform and contribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle.As a key member of the Robot Software team, you will collaborate to develop software for edge devices that provide critical data and facilitate autonomy across a large fleet of vehicles. You will have a crucial role in ensuring that the software you develop operates reliably at scale, while also working closely with our Embodied AI and Science teams to provide them with the necessary data and interfaces for model training, experimentation, and performance feedback.

Join Wayve, a pioneering company at the forefront of robotic software development, as a Software Engineer specializing in System Performance. In this role, you will be instrumental in optimizing our advanced robotic systems to enhance their efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with a talented team to push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of robotics.

About the Role Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is hiring a Software Engineer for the Surgical Robotics Production team in Sunnyvale. This group develops software that supports the manufacturing of advanced robotic systems used in surgery. Work here shapes the tools surgeons rely on and helps improve patient care. What You Will Do Design and build software for surgical robot manufacturing processes Collaborate with engineers and production staff to support and improve manufacturing systems Contribute to software that directly supports surgical procedures and patient outcomes Impact Software built by this team advances robotic surgical systems and has a direct effect on healthcare quality. The work supports innovation in both technology and patient care.

At Wayve, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and respectful culture that values the unique skills and perspectives of every individual, regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other protected status under applicable law.About UsFounded in 2017, Wayve stands at the forefront of Embodied AI technology. Our cutting-edge AI software and foundational models empower vehicles to perceive, comprehend, and navigate complex environments, significantly enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.We envision a future where autonomy drives progress. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI solutions are crafted for automotive manufacturers, expediting the transition from assisted driving to full automation. In our dynamic environment, we thrive on tackling significant challenges, embracing uncertainty to unlock innovative solutions. We aim high while remaining humble in our quest for excellence, continually learning and adapting as we forge a smarter, safer future.Your contributions at Wayve are valued. We celebrate diversity, welcome fresh perspectives, and cultivate an inclusive workplace where we support one another in making a meaningful impact.Join Wayve and let us shape the defining experience of your career!The RoleThe Robot Software team is responsible for the software that powers our internal fleet of vehicles, enabling autonomous driving and data collection for training new driving models. You will collaborate with a motivated and skilled team of engineers to deliver a reliable, stable, and flexible software stack that assists on-road experimentation by our model developers and scientists. Your efforts will empower these teams to iterate rapidly and gather the essential data needed to enhance our autonomous driving capabilities and support new product features, which are vital to Wayve’s mission.The OS & Kernel team within Robot Software curates Wayve's custom Linux distribution, which operates across our growing development fleet. The team collaborates closely with various divisions within Wayve, including other sections of Robot Software, hardware and supply chain teams, as well as our field engineering and reliability engineering teams. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining our Linux distribution utilizing Yocto, creating and updating Linux kernels, and ensuring optimal system performance.

At Coram AI, we are revolutionizing video security for the contemporary landscape. Our innovative cloud-native platform leverages computer vision and artificial intelligence to empower businesses to enhance safety, make informed decisions, and accelerate operations, featuring real-time alerts, effortless clip sharing, and multi-site visibility.Joining our dynamic and agile team means becoming part of a culture that prioritizes clarity, quality, and impactful contributions. Every team member has a voice, delivers significant work, and plays a crucial role in shaping how AI can foster a safer and more interconnected world.We seek an exceptionally skilled software engineer to develop high-performance, real-time software that operates on edge devices while adhering to stringent latency and memory limitations. This position emphasizes deterministic execution, distributed system architecture, and low-level performance enhancements. You will focus on constructing the infrastructure and runtime systems that enable real-time robotics applications.

Discover Applied IntuitionFounded in 2017 and currently valued at $15 billion, Applied Intuition, Inc. is at the forefront of advancing physical AI technologies. Our mission is to establish the digital infrastructure that will integrate intelligence into moving machines worldwide. We cater to diverse sectors including automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture, focusing on three key areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Our solutions are trusted by leading global automakers and the United States military. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, we also have offices in major cities worldwide including Washington, D.C., San Diego, Ft. Walton Beach, Ann Arbor, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Bangalore, Seoul, and Tokyo. Explore more at applied.co.As an in-office company, we expect our employees to work from the Applied Intuition office five days a week. We also value flexibility, allowing for responsible management of schedules, which may include occasional remote work or adjusted hours for family commitments.Role Overview and Team DynamicsWe are excited to invite multiple passionate Research Engineers to join our Research Group at Applied Intuition. Our mission is to pioneer groundbreaking technology that will drive the next generation of physical AI, focusing on challenging applications such as end-to-end autonomous driving and robotic generalists. The team comprises leading experts recognized for their academic and industry contributions, including several Best Paper awards from premier conferences like CVPR and ICRA. Learn more about our research initiatives at appliedintuition.com/research.With access to industry-leading tools and infrastructure, our researchers can utilize millions of miles of data from extensive fleets, deploying innovative methods across various autonomous and robotic systems, including self-driving vehicles.

Primary Function of Position:Become part of Intuitive Surgical, a pioneering team committed to leveraging advanced technology to enhance patient outcomes through improved surgical precision and reduced invasiveness, with patient safety as our foremost concern.As a member of the Automation, Equipment and Test (AET) Team, you will contribute to creating the robotics that manufacture robotics. Your role will involve the design, development, and maintenance of equipment, fixtures, and tooling that optimize and enhance the manufacturing processes of surgical instruments and accessories.This position is pivotal in advancing the design and production of new surgical robotic systems and related instruments. You will develop software and algorithms for custom semi-automated electro-mechanical systems, ensuring product performance, reliability, and safety. Close collaboration with product development teams, systems analysts, electrical and mechanical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality engineers will be essential to establish a coherent diagnostic strategy and implement effective software solutions.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and implement software solutions for manufacturing equipment that constructs and tests medical devices, including robotic systems and accessories.Construct and sustain software infrastructures that facilitate value extraction from generated data.Analyze and refine manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, lower costs, and elevate productivity.Comprehend product operations and controls, and create methods to ensure their integrity during high-volume production.Document, direct, and execute IQOQPQ and DQ validation activities on manufacturing equipment.Establish, document, and adhere to best practices in software development.Independently navigate challenges with minimal supervision.Assume ownership of manufacturing software and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects to completion.Support and upgrade existing production software.

Role Overview Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in Sunnyvale. This position focuses on designing, building, and maintaining software that supports surgical robotics and improves patient care. What You Will Do Develop and refine software solutions for surgical robotics systems Work closely with teams from different disciplines to deliver reliable, high-quality products Contribute technical expertise to projects that advance healthcare technology

Join our innovative team at Intuitive Surgical as a Senior Software Engineer in Test, where you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and performance of our cutting-edge robotic systems. We are looking for a talented individual who is passionate about technology and thrives in a collaborative environment. As a senior member of our team, you will design, develop, and implement automated testing frameworks and strategies to enhance our software products and services.

Join Intuitive Surgical, a leader in minimally invasive robotic surgery, as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will design, develop, and maintain embedded software solutions that drive our advanced robotic surgical systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery, contributing to the overall success of our innovative technologies.

Join our innovative team at Intuitive Surgical, Inc. as a Senior User Interface Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to design and develop cutting-edge user interfaces that enhance the usability of our advanced robotic surgical systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of surgeons and healthcare professionals worldwide.

Join Intuitive Surgical, Inc. as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of robotic-assisted surgery. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on developing cutting-edge embedded software solutions that enhance surgical outcomes and improve patient care. Your expertise will guide the design, development, and optimization of complex embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.

At Coram AI, we are revolutionizing video security for the contemporary landscape. Our innovative cloud-native platform leverages advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence to empower businesses to enhance safety, facilitate informed decision-making, and accelerate operations. This includes features such as real-time alerts, effortless clip sharing, and comprehensive visibility across multiple locations.Joining our agile and dynamic team means being part of a collaborative environment that prioritizes clarity, excellence, and impactful contributions. Every team member has a voice, delivers significant work, and plays a crucial role in shaping how AI can foster a safer and more interconnected world.We are seeking engineers who thrive at the nexus of robotics, real-time systems, and deep learning. This position focuses on implementing high-performance vision and multimodal models on robotic platforms, where factors such as latency, reliability, and hardware limitations are paramount.

Join our dynamic team at Intuitive Surgical, a leader in robotic-assisted surgical technology. We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer, GUI to help us design and develop innovative graphical user interfaces for our cutting-edge surgical systems. In this role, you will leverage your experience in software engineering to create intuitive user experiences that improve surgical outcomes and enhance clinician efficiency.

About Applied IntuitionApplied Intuition, Inc. is at the forefront of revolutionizing physical AI. Established in 2017 and currently valued at $15 billion, this innovative Silicon Valley company is developing the digital infrastructure essential for integrating intelligence into every moving machine worldwide. Applied Intuition serves key sectors including automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture across three primary areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Trusted by 18 of the 20 leading global automakers and the United States military along with its allies, our solutions deliver advanced physical intelligence. Our headquarters are located in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Discover more at applied.co.We embrace a culture of in-office collaboration, expecting employees to primarily work from their Applied Intuition office five days a week. However, we value flexibility and encourage our team members to manage their schedules responsibly, which may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home, or leaving early for family commitments.About the RoleWe are seeking a talented Software Engineer specializing in motion planning for autonomous vehicles or mobile robots. In this role, you will be responsible for developing advanced planning modules that generate traversable, kinematically feasible trajectories for vehicles in various on-road autonomous use cases. The modules you create will be state-of-the-art, designed to meet critical performance and timing constraints, while also adapting to diverse operational design domains (ODDs).As part of our dynamic and customer-centric team, you will not only contribute your engineering expertise but also gain insights into best practices within the burgeoning autonomy sector. We prioritize speed and excellence in our products and business operations. If you are proactive and eager to make a significant impact in the advancement of autonomous systems, Applied Intuition is the perfect environment for you!

Join Intuitive Surgical, Inc. as a Senior Image Processing Software Engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise to develop innovative algorithms and software solutions that enhance the precision of robotic surgery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex problems into efficient solutions, contributing to our mission of improving patient outcomes.

Join intuitive surgical, inc. as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, where you will play a critical role in enhancing our advanced medical technology. This position offers the opportunity to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions for our cutting-edge robotic systems.As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software that meets stringent safety and performance requirements. Your expertise in embedded systems will be essential in driving the development of our next-generation healthcare solutions.

Join Apptronik, a leading human-centered robotics company revolutionizing the world with AI-powered robots designed to enhance every aspect of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is engineered for seamless collaboration with people, initially focusing on critical sectors like manufacturing and logistics, and poised for future applications in healthcare, domestic environments, and more.We are at the forefront of embodied AI, utilizing our extensive expertise across the entire robotics stack to address some of society's most pressing challenges. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in scaling Apollo for market readiness, navigating complex issues around safety, commercialization, and mass production to make a positive impact on the world.JOB SUMMARYWe are in search of a Principal Engineer to spearhead the development of high-performance embedded AI systems and advanced simulation infrastructure for our humanoid robots. This position emphasizes GPU-centric workload orchestration, graphics-driven simulation performance, and robust on-device AI execution.The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in graphics, display systems, Linux platforms, and low-level embedded software, enabling them to enhance simulation fidelity and optimize real-time AI workloads across robotic platforms.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESGPU Workload OrchestrationArchitect and implement a pipeline for the effective utilization of GPUs across various concurrent AI workloads.Design and develop schedulers and runtime systems to coordinate perception, planning, and control models on-device.Optimize latency, throughput, and power efficiency for real-time robotic operations.On-Device AI SystemsEnhance the robustness and reliability of deployed AI models in constrained embedded environments.Facilitate efficient execution of multi-model pipelines (vision, tracking, control).Collaborate with ML teams to co-design models and runtime systems effectively.Simulation PerformanceLead initiatives to significantly boost simulation throughput and realism.Optimize rendering, physics integration, and data pipelines through graphics expertise.Align simulation outputs with the requirements of real-world deployments.Embedded Systems & Platform IntegrationOversee low-level system integration across Linux-based platforms.Collaborate across kernel, drivers, HAL, and user-space layers to ensure seamless operation.