Robotics and Controls Software Intern

DescriptionAbout MedTech SurgeryFueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtechWe are searching for the best talent for a Robotics and Controls Software Internship position, based in Santa Clara, CA.The Robotics & Controls Intern will join the wider Robotics & Controls team. We are a group of highly motivated roboticists working on development of algorithms and productions level software that live at the heart of a complex robotic surgical system for medical applications. We work in a variety of exciting robotic functions including but not limited to kinematic and dynamic analysis, motion generation, control algorithms, system response characterization, performance and detailed software development.You will be responsible for

• Understanding and navigating large codebases.
• Developing C++ software for real-time, safety critical applications.
• Deploying clean and efficient new code and refactor existing code to align with production level coding standards.
• Participating in software discussions and code reviews with broader teams and quickly incorporate feedback.
  
  

QualificationsQualifications / Required:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, or other related Engineering, and returning to an academic program after the completion of the internship.
• Strong programming experience in C++.
• Familiarity working with large codebases and have a good understanding of computer science fundamentals (e.g. object-oriented design, data structures, templates, polymorphism etc. in UNIX environments)
• Excellent communication and documentation.
• Able to work in the US and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F1, H1-B status).
• Must have a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8 or higher and be available to work the hours agreed upon with the hiring manager.
  
  

Qualifications / Preferred:

• Strong programming experience in Python.
• Familiarity with robot kinematics and dynamics.
• Familiarity with classical control theory and estimation techniques.
• Familiarity with classical mechanics analysis techniques
  
  

Qualifications / Other:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
  
  

The anticipated base pay for this position for candidates in a Robotics discipline is Sophomore $31.00/hr, Junior $34.50/hr, Senior $38.00/hr, Masters $45.00/hr, PhD $59.00/hr.The anticipated base pay for this position for candidates in other Engineering disciplines (not Robotics) is Sophomore $28.50/hr, Junior $30.00/hr, Senior $32.00/hr, Masters $38.00/hr, PhD $42.50/hr.This position is i neligible for severance.This job posting is anticipated to close on 12/1/2024. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.#RADRDEIC