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Robotics Engineer, AI Applications & Engineering Productivity

Smith & Nephew

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Location
Pittsburgh, PAHybrid
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Job overview

Smith+Nephew is seeking a Robotics Engineer to advance its CORI robotic surgery platform through AI-powered capabilities and engineering productivity tools. The role develops and integrates AI features, supports their evaluation and improvement, and builds automation for software development workflows. It works across robotics, software engineering, machine learning, and healthcare technology, with solutions aligned to cybersecurity, privacy, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PythonC++Production Software DevelopmentGenerative AIMachine LearningLarge Language ModelsAI AgentsSoftware Development LifecycleAgile MethodologiesModern Software EngineeringAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunicationCollaborationAzure OpenAICloud AI PlatformsDevOpsCI/CDRoboticsHealthcare TechnologiesRegulated Software

Qualifications

Master's in Listed Technical Field or Bachelor's With 5+ Years Industry Experience5+ Years Industry Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Join us in shaping the future of robotics, artificial intelligence, and healthcare technology. As a Robotics Engineer, AI Applications & Engineering Productivity, you will help advance the CORI robotic surgery platform by developing AI powered capabilities that improve patient outcomes while enabling engineering teams to work more effectively. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of robotics, software engineering, machine learning, and medical innovation. This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future What will you be doing? 1. Design, develop, test, and deploy AI powered features for the CORI robotic surgery platform. 2. Apply machine learning, generative AI, computer vision, and data driven techniques to enhance product functionality and user experience. 3. Develop software services, APIs, and workflows that integrate AI capabilities into existing products and engineering applications. 4. Support the prototyping, evaluation, deployment, and continuous improvement of AI solutions. 5. Implement and support AI assisted development tools such as Cursor, GitLab Duo, Copilot, and related technologies to improve engineering efficiency. 6. Build automation and tooling that improve code quality, testing, documentation, traceability, and software development workflows. 7. Collaborate on software architecture, system integration, code reviews, and CI/CD initiatives across robotic software and cloud-based systems. 8. Ensure AI enabled solutions align with cybersecurity, privacy, quality, and regulatory requirements. What will you need to be successful? 1. Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of industry experience. 2. Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++ with experience developing production quality software applications. 3. Hands on experience with Generative AI, machine learning, large language models, AI agents, or related technologies. 4. Knowledge of software development lifecycle processes, Agile methodologies, and modern software engineering practices. 5. Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills. 6. Preferred experience with Azure OpenAI, cloud AI platforms, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, robotics, healthcare technologies, or regulated software environments. You Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. 1. Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/). 2. Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement 3. Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day 4. Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program 5. Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship 6. Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more! #LI-HYBRID #LI-SB2 #LI-DNI Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on L inkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You . Unlimited . , life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer. Smith & Nephew is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans and participates in the E-Verify Program.As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Smith & Nephew is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual in the US with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Smith & Nephew's career website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling Recruitment Support at 1-901-399-6192.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,118 open Robotics Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$137–215K/yr760 salary ranges
  • US median$42–51/hr31 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 29 open Robotics Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 1,118 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Robotics Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (793 postings).
Education
548 of the 1,118 open Robotics Engineer jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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