Staff Clinical Applications Engineer

Intuitive Surgical

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 4 hours ago
Company DescriptionAt Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.Job DescriptionPrimary Function of PositionThe Staff Clinical Applications Engineer (CAE) will serve as a senior individual contributor focused on developing and delivering best-in-class training for Intuitive's emerging robotic platforms. This role emphasizes enabling clinical users to transition from onboarding through independent proficiency by combining deep procedural understanding with advanced educational program design. The Staff CAE will act as a training architect and field expert, ensuring early users have the knowledge, confidence, and support to integrate robotic technology safely and effectively into practice.Essential Job DutiesTraining Program Design & Delivery
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive training curricula (workshops, labs, digital modules) tailored to physicians, staff, and internal stakeholders.
  • Adapt training methods to multiple learning styles and procedural experience levels.
  • Serve as lead faculty during live training, simulation, and case support.
Clinical & Procedural Expertise
  • Provide advanced clinical and technical guidance during procedures, ensuring safe and effective system use.
  • Capture and synthesize training feedback from early users to refine curricula and drive adoption.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with engineering, marketing, medical affairs, and commercial teams to align training with evolving product capabilities and workflow needs.
  • Contribute training insights to evidence generation and product development cycles.
Thought Leadership & Mentorship
  • Act as a senior mentor for CAEs and trainers, sharing expertise in adult learning methodologies, curriculum development, and clinical education best practices.
  • Support train-the-trainer initiatives to scale global education efforts.
QualificationsRequired Skills and ExperienceRequired:
  • Bachelor's degree in a clinical, scientific, or engineering discipline, or completion of a physician assistant (PA) program, or a nursing degree (BSN or higher). Equivalent allied health training will also be considered. Advanced degrees (MS, PhD, MD, NP, etc.) are a plus but not required.
  • 10+ years of experience in clinical training, professional education, or medical education within medical devices, healthcare technology, or related industries.
  • Proven track record in designing and executing physician training programs, including curriculum development, lab-based training, and digital education.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with KOLs and physician faculty, driving procedure adoption through education.
  • Strong procedural knowledge in minimally invasive techniques, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical training.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, sales, and medical affairs to align training with product development and commercialization strategies.
  • Exceptional presentation, facilitation, and adult learning skills; comfortable training audiences from novice to expert.
Preferred:
  • Experience leading the design and implementation of global clinical or physician education programs, including large-scale course deployment.
  • Demonstrated success in building and scaling innovative training models, such as simulation-based education, mobile learning centers, or digital learning platforms.
  • History of engaging and developing physician faculty/KOLs to serve as trainers and advocates for new technologies.
  • Recognition or awards from professional societies, industry organizations, or employers for excellence in education, training, or program innovation.
Working Conditions
  • Must be available to work full-time and commute Sunnyvale, CA as needed.
  • Ability to travel up to 50-60%, including nights and weekends as needed; must be located near a major airline hub.
  • Primary Location: Remote
Additional InformationDue 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.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.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 salary ranges are listed.

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