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Software Engineer, Robotics

Neuralink · Austin / South San Francisco

Pay
$119K–$200K
From the posting
Posted
Nov 3, 2020
Tracked open for 2184 days
Team
Surgery & Robot Hardware
Full-time
Neuralink hiring
81 open roles
52 in engineering

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About the role

About Neuralink:

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.


Team Description:

Our robotics integrate actuated devices with microelectromechanical systems as well as novel surgical procedures. These applications place strong emphasis on high-precision, high-repeatability mechanical motion, as well as high reliability and fail-safe design. You will be responsible for writing software and making sure your code works on an actual surgical robot, not just simulation.

Neuralink strives to be a meritocratic environment: we require honest and transparent communication to ensure the best ideas win out, and we believe the best solutions emerge and the best teams are created when you assemble high-performing individuals and allow them to engage in rigorous and thoughtful inquiry. We want to work with exceptional people, and, to the extent that you excel, we want you to take on more responsibility and help all of us succeed. If this speaks to you, come join us.



Required Qualifications:

  • Evidence of exceptional ability in engineering or computer science.
  • Hands-on experience with robotics or high reliability systems.
  • Experience coding in Linux and a system language like C/C++/Rust.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
  • Proven history of shipping products. 
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in computer vision.
  • Experience working on medical robots.
  • Experience working with high precision systems.

Expected Compensation:

The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees’ success with the company's long-term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.


Base Salary Range:
$119,000—$200,000 USD

What We Offer:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

  • An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
  • Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Commuter benefits
  • Meals provided
  • Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
  • Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

From Neuralink's careers page. First seen Nov 3, 2020, last verified Oct 27, 2026.

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