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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Vision Systems Engineer - **Company:** Intuitive Surgical, Inc. - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $205,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Data Analysis, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Network Analysis, Firmware, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Imaging Technology, Python (Programming Language), Signal Integrity, Software Technical Review, Visual Systems, Scripting, Yield Optimization, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Intuitive/744000143585854-senior-vision-systems-engineer ## About the Role We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Vision Systems Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a large portion of the product lifecycle-from development and design through verification, manufacturing, sustaining engineering, and field support. As a hands-on technical team member, you will leverage expertise in electrical and optics to solve complex technical challenges, improve product performance, and drive continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to investigate field issues, enhance manufacturability and reliability, and contribute to the development of next-generation vision systems. Success in this role requires technical depth, intellectual curiosity, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving challenging problems, and are passionate about delivering robust, high-quality products that make a meaningful impact., * Bachelor degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics and Robotics or a related engineering discipline * Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in medical devices, robotics, imaging systems, precision electromechanical products, or equivalent combination of education and experience * Familiarity with board level PCA/PCB design, signal integrity, and electromagnetic compliance (EMC) * Demonstrated experience across multiple stages of the product lifecycle, including concept development, design, prototyping, verification, validation, manufacturing transfer, and sustaining engineering * Skilled at planning and executing experiments using modern test and measurement equipment * A hands-on engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems * Curious, analytical, and driven to understand root causes rather than symptoms * Passionate about designing reliable, manufacturable, and high-quality products * Comfortable working in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments * An effective communicator with strong presentation skills and confidence leading technical design reviews * Willing to travel up to 10% as needed to support suppliers, manufacturing, or development activities ## Description Product Engineering & Technical Leadership * Lead technical investigations spanning design, manufacturing, and field performance throughout the product lifecycle * Conduct detailed root cause investigations for product, manufacturing, and field issues, developing effective corrective and preventive actions * Design, develop, test, validate, and implement engineering solutions to improve product performance, reliability, and manufacturability * Develop manufacturing processes to diagnose failures and repair returned products * Drive engineering decisions using sound technical judgment, data analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies * Participate in and lead design reviews, technical discussions, and risk assessments to ensure design robustness and product quality * Mentor junior engineers by sharing technical knowledge, engineering best practices, and structured problem-solving approaches Cross-Functional Collaboration * Partner closely with Optical, Electrical, Firmware, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Test, Quality, Clinical, and Operations teams to resolve complex technical challenges * Contribute to new product development by providing design feedback based on lessons learned from released products and field experience * Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Technical Expertise * Design and execute engineering experiments, Design of Experiments (DOE), verification testing, and product life-cycle validation activities * Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues using structured, data-driven root cause methodologies * Perform circuit analysis and electrical troubleshooting as required * Apply failure analysis techniques and collaborate with external analytical laboratories utilizing methods such as FTIR, X-ray imaging, SEM/TEM, EDS, and related technologies * Working knowledge of scripting or programming in Python, C, C++, C#, or JavaScript is desirable to support automation, analysis, and engineering workflows Manufacturing & Supplier Development * Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Serviceability (DFS) initiatives for components and subsystems * Partner with suppliers to improve component quality, manufacturability, and overall product performance * Support supplier qualification, manufacturing transfer, production ramp-up, and yield improvement initiatives * Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to support sustaining engineering and continuous product improvements ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [JavaScript? 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