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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
Responsible for software testing of Intuitive’s new robotic platform. The successful candidate is an individual with high energy, ownership, integrity, and accountability that will develop software to support software verification and develop/execute test protocols for robotic surgical systems.
Essential Job Duties
As a Software Engineer in Test in the intuitive team, you will be responsible for:
- Develop software tests and scripts that automate testing processes
- Contribute to Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipeline development and workflow enhancement
- Contribute to project content and overall test plan oversight, including definition of test coverage requirements, test plan generation, approval, execution, and archival of results
- Analyze test data, identify non-conformance trends, generate dashboards to represent concise executive summaries, and recommend design improvements
- Contribute to the strategy for reliability assessment and verification of robotic surgical systems and instruments
- Log issues found within the issue tracking system; work with software and cross-functional teams to debug
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with embedded systems and electromechanical systems
- Strong experience with Python is required
- Troubleshooting mindset, an ability to break down a system or process systematically and effectively into subparts to identify failure mechanisms
- Excellent documentation skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization with high attention to detail
- Passionate and committed to the highest product quality. Proven ability to proactively engage with the unknown/unfamiliar, learn how things work and apply that learning to new challenges
Required Education and Training
- BS or above in Computer Science and Engineering or related fields
Working Conditions
- None
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Strong working experience with C/C++
- Experience with Machine Learning Techniques
- Experience with Matlab
- Experience with Linux environments
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.
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.

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
Responsible for software testing of Intuitive’s new robotic platform. The successful candidate is an individual with high energy, ownership, integrity, and accountability that will develop software to support software verification and develop/execute test protocols for robotic surgical systems.
Essential Job Duties
As a Software Engineer in Test in the intuitive team, you will be responsible for:
- Develop software tests and scripts that automate testing processes
- Contribute to Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipeline development and workflow enhancement
- Contribute to project content and overall test plan oversight, including definition of test coverage requirements, test plan generation, approval, execution, and archival of results
- Analyze test data, identify non-conformance trends, generate dashboards to represent concise executive summaries, and recommend design improvements
- Contribute to the strategy for reliability assessment and verification of robotic surgical systems and instruments
- Log issues found within the issue tracking system; work with software and cross-functional teams to debug
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience working with embedded systems and electromechanical systems
- Strong experience with Python is required
- Troubleshooting mindset, an ability to break down a system or process systematically and effectively into subparts to identify failure mechanisms
- Excellent documentation skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization with high attention to detail
- Passionate and committed to the highest product quality. Proven ability to proactively engage with the unknown/unfamiliar, learn how things work and apply that learning to new challenges
Required Education and Training
- BS or above in Computer Science and Engineering or related fields
Working Conditions
- None
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Strong working experience with C/C++
- Experience with Machine Learning Techniques
- Experience with Matlab
- Experience with Linux environments
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Software Developer
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a four-year U.S. degree for E-3 purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body before your first employer conversation so there's no delay once an offer comes.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for software developer roles. Prior LCA filings signal that the employer already understands the E-3 process and won't back out over paperwork unfamiliarity.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Senior Software Developer roles by employers with confirmed E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will support the visa. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Clarify the LCA before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before you can apply for your E-3 visa. Confirm this step is included in their onboarding process, and check that the job title on the LCA matches your actual role description to avoid consulate questions.
Prepare for specialty occupation questions at the consulate
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Bring documentation showing that your day-to-day work involves software architecture, system design, or complex engineering, not just general IT support, to satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
Negotiate your start date around E-3 processing time
E-3 consular appointments at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth can book out several weeks. Build at least four to six weeks into your start date negotiation after receiving the certified LCA, so your employer isn't waiting on visa processing when your contract is already meant to begin.
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Find Senior Software Developer JobsSenior Software Developer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Senior Software Developer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. It surfaces Senior Software Developer positions from employers with confirmed E-3 filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored the visa before. Standard job platforms don't filter by visa type or sponsorship track record.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Senior Software Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Senior Software Developer roles consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. The role must involve complex technical work such as system architecture, software design, or engineering, rather than general IT administration. Your offer letter and job description should reflect this scope.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Senior Software Developer roles?
Both visas cover the same specialty occupation standard, but the E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any point in the year without competing for a slot. The H-1B requires registration in a lottery that selects roughly one in four applicants. For Australian developers, the E-3 is a direct path that doesn't depend on luck.
Can I switch employers after starting on an E-3 as a Senior Software Developer?
Yes, but each employer change requires a new LCA filing and a new visa application. Your E-3 status is tied to a specific employer and role, so you can't simply transfer it. You'll need your new employer to file a fresh LCA with the DOL and then apply for a new E-3 visa, which typically means a consulate appointment in Australia.
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