Senior/Staff/Principal Software Engineer (C++)

Open Position - Senior/Staff/Principal Software Engineer (C++)

Horizon Surgical Systems Inc.

Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. is revolutionizing the world of surgical ophthalmology by developing a novel, AI driven, and imaging-guided surgical robotic system. Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. aims to expand access to care, provide superior capabilities to the human surgeon, and enhance patient outcomes. Microsurgery in general and Ophthalmology are subfields of surgery for which the surgical outcomes can be significantly improved by robotic systems to allow superior dexterity, precision, accuracy, and visualization beyond the human surgeon's own capabilities.

We are seeking highly motivated, and intellectually inquisitive individuals looking to make a positive impact on healthcare via the development of robotic technology. The core values of Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. are:

• Commitment to Excellence: We aim to deliver superior patient outcomes and surgeon experiences
• Passion for Creativity and Innovation: We are driven by new ideas and aim to push the boundaries of what's possible
• Teamwork and Camaraderie: We achieve our best when we collaborate and work together
• Welcoming of Critical Opinion: We are enriched by constructive criticism and support the best ideas
• Personal Accountability: We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions

Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. offers:

• An opportunity to build autonomous surgical robotic systems driven by image guidance and AI technology for the future of affordable, high-quality healthcare.
• The opportunity to work alongside clinicians, engineers, and global leaders in cutting-edge AI, imaging, and robotics technology.
• Competitive compensation and an excellent company-paid benefits package.

In your role as an engineer at Horizon Surgical Systems, you will design components and systems (hardware and software) as part of a complete product subjected to FDA regulations. Your design will be subject to safety and efficacy requirements

The level of title will be determined case by case, based on the candidate's qualifications and years of experience: senior engineer, staff engineer, principal engineer or higher.

Required Qualifications and Abilities:

• Educational Background:
• Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Technical Skills:
• Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in C++ is a must; Rust is a plus.
• Operating Systems: Expert knowledge of Linux, including kernel-level understanding and system-level programming.
• Robotics Platforms: Familiarity with platforms like ROS, ROS 2, or similar.

• Experience:
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in C++ software development.
• Proven track record in designing, implementing, and optimizing product-level software in Linux environments.
• In-depth experience with multiprocessing and multithreading in large-scale, distributed safe-critical systems.
• Prior experience working in robotics, automation, or medical device development is a plus.

• Knowledge:
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
• Strong knowledge of hardware-software interfaces, embedded software development, and system communication protocols.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-latency software development.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques for hardware/software integration.
• Familiarity with software and system architecture formality like UML or SysML.
• Proficiency with tools like Git/JIRA/Confluence and platforms like GitHub.

• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including software engineers, electrical/mechanical engineers, and product managers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and adapt to new challenges.

• Other Requirements:
• Comfortable working in a lab or workshop environment alongside surgical robotic systems.
• Ability to work on-site for hands-on software-hardware integration.

• Responsibilities:
• • System Design and Implementation:
    • Design, develop, and optimize software, at different system levels.
    • Implement scalable, high-performance software modules on Linux platforms.
    • Engage in detailed software architecture discussions and make decisions that affect system-level behavior.

• • Integration & Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance of software modules.
    • Engage in pair programming, code reviews, and design discussions to maintain high coding standards.

• • Testing & Reliability:
    • Design and implement comprehensive test suites, ensuring robustness and resilience.
    • Debug complex issues related to hardware-software interfaces, and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
    • Ensure reliability and robustness of software through automated testing and performance monitoring.

• • Research & Development:
    • Keep up to date with the latest trends in software engineering, robotic communication, and distributed systems.
    • Prototype new ideas and technologies to drive continuous improvement in software performance and reliability.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-tech startup that is poised to revolutionize surgical robotics in ophthalmology.