Primary Function:

The Vision Systems Analyst team is a part of the Core Technology Engineering (CTE) group at Intuitive. The goal of the group is to deliver the highest image quality to our surgeons for all of our daVinci robot systems. The focus is mainly on the imaging algorithms, algorithmic tuning and calibration of the endoscopes, displays, and illuminator needed to accomplish excellent image quality. We also help spec and define the light source, optics, sensor and displays used on the daVinci robotic systems as all of these components contribute to the surgical image quality.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and improve methods and algorithms used to characterize and calibrate image sensors, cameras, and illumination solutions
• Perform the image quality evaluations for new features and algorithms through experimental studies, provide direct feedback to the engineering and clinical teams
• Develop the image quality metrics, requirements and validation plans
• Work with external vendors for technology selection and iterations
• Deliver superb camera video to clinicians
• Supporting formal risk analysis and documentation for regulatory submissions

Skill/Job Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years experience and a Master's degree; or 3 years of experience and a PhD; or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of imaging experience
• Experience and/or knowledge in camera sensors, optics and illumination sources 
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems 
• Experience with subjective/objective image quality evaluation
• Proficient in Matlab, Python, or C++ programming 

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 Employment 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.

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.

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 salary ranges are listed.