Co-op: Robotics Software Engineering

Neptune Medical, is an innovative, venture capital funded medical device startup headquartered in Burlingame, CA. We have already commercialized novel medical devices using our technology. Now the team at Neptune is building something truly unique: a fully flexible medical robot that enables doctors to reach deep into human anatomy. Triton Robotic Endoscopy will disrupt flexible endoscopy and set a new standard in outcomes for decades to come.

TITLE: Co-op: Robotics Software Engineering

DURATION: 6-9 months

START DATE: Fall/Winter 2025-2026

POSITION SUMMARY: 

We are looking for a Software Engineering Co-Op able to contribute broadly across numerous aspects of the software ecosystem required for a complex medical robotic system. In this role you will work alongside seasoned software engineers from Intuitive Surgical and Auris Health as well as interact cross-functionally with hardware, systems and vision engineers, tackling challenging problems while learning how to develop real world, safety critical software in a production environment.

The ideal candidate would act with passion and enthusiasm in a medical device start-up that is fast paced and collaborative. For the right person, this position will be an exciting and career-defining opportunity, making core contributions to a genuinely new type of medical robotic platform.

We are looking for self-motivated, quick learners, who are not afraid to try something new!

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing robust code for various modules in the robotic software.
• Researching, investigating and fixing a wide range of technical issues.
• Proactively learning about new technologies.
• Debugging and testing code on the robot.
• Documenting the implemented software features.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Robotics or similar.
• Experience with Python and/or C++.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interact with cross-functional teams.

Neptune Medical is located in Burlingame, CA, near the Millbrae Caltrain and BART Station.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting hourly rate for this role is between $38 and $45 per hour depending on experience. The actual hourly rate is dependent upon many factors, such as education, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for 401(K) with matching.

Neptune Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.