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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 Development Engineer
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 specialty occupation purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a recognized U.S. evaluator before applying to remove any employer hesitation upfront.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's public LCA disclosure data to identify tech companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for software engineering roles. Prior LCA filings signal that the employer already understands the E-3 process and won't stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Find E-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Software Development Engineer roles by E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces employers who have actively sponsored Australian engineers, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the E-3 process.
Clarify your visa status early in interviews
Raise the E-3 early in the offer stage, not after an offer is signed. Explain that the employer files the LCA with DOL and you attend a consulate appointment in Australia. Most software engineering managers confuse the E-3 with the H-1B lottery and need a clear distinction.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, so starting the filing process immediately after the offer is signed protects your start date.
Confirm your job description meets specialty occupation standards
Your offer letter's job description must demonstrate that the role requires a degree in a specific technical field, not just any bachelor's degree. Vague titles like 'software generalist' or descriptions listing non-technical duties can complicate the specialty occupation determination at the consulate.
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Where can I find Senior Software Development Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter Senior Software Development Engineer positions by sponsorship status, which removes the guesswork of identifying employers already familiar with the E-3 process. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, so you'd otherwise be cold-applying without knowing whether a company will sponsor.
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 Development Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Senior Software Development Engineer roles consistently qualify as E-3 specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. The DOL classifies software developers under SOC code 15-1252, which is well-established as a specialty occupation. The key is that your offer letter's job description must make the degree requirement explicit, not just preferred.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian software engineers?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so your employer can file at any point in the year and there's no randomised selection risk. The H-1B cap is set at 85,000 per fiscal year and is oversubscribed, requiring a lottery. For Australian software engineers, the E-3 is a direct path without the uncertainty of waiting to see if you're selected.
Can I switch employers after starting work on an E-3 as a software engineer?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if your current visa is tied to the previous employer. You can start working for the new employer while the LCA is pending, provided your current E-3 status is still valid. The process resets with each employer change, so plan your transition timeline accordingly.
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