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Senior Systems Engineer

Intuitive
Be an Early ApplicantFull TimeEntry Level
Sunnyvale, CA, United States$180k – $260kPosted Today

Role Overview

Intuitive is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer. This is a full-time role in Sunnyvale. Part of Intuitive's Risk hiring, posted today. The posted range is $180k to $260k; applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Roles and Responsibilities:

This position has responsibility and authority:

  • Create, troubleshoot, and support PowerShell scripts

  • Engineering Support of Windows server platform to include Virtual server provisioning

  • Update and manage documentation as necessary.

  • Provide Root cause analysis for production outages as required

  • Engineering Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PKI, and Sites and services, etc…

  • Engineering VMware and AHV leveraging tools such as Terraform and Ansible

  • Research and build towards Industry security hardening best practices as appropriate.

  • Adhere to IT access-management and change control procedures.

  • Receive and respond to escalations

  • Build towards Automation and Self-Service

  • Collaborate with team members and support the execution of IT strategy in a cost effective and timely manner.

  • Stay abreast of industry best practices in risk management techniques and integrate new methods and tools as appropriate.

  • Engineering Support of other areas of technology supported by Server team (Exchange, Azure, Proofpoint, Box, Logic Monitor, Okta Single-Sign on and MFA.

  • Engineering support for enterprise monitoring

  • Design, document, build, test, deploy new or existing solutions, technologies

Skill/Job Requirements:

  • 7 years+ Systems Engineering experience

  • Microsoft Certifications – MCSE 2012r2 or above huge plus

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

  • SME level experience with PKI infrastructure – experience with public and private PKI infrastructure mandatory

  • SME level experience with SSO – experience with Okta mandatory

  • Power Shell Scripting level 5 or above (highly proficient), additional scripting languages a  huge plus

  • Experience supporting Mobility a huge plus

  • Familiarity with Commvault, Netscaler, etc. is a huge plus.

  • Experience with Exchange 2012 or > and Exchange online, O365 Azure is a huge plus.

  • Familiar with project management methodologies

  • Experience with Azure and AWS (to include O365)

  • Familiar with IT Infrastructure Security principles and best practices

  • Familiar with DevOps best practices a huge plus

Due 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.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

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.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

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 compensation ranges are listed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Systems Engineer position at Intuitive?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Intuitive. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Senior Systems Engineer position at Intuitive located?

This position is based in Sunnyvale. Intuitive has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the Senior Systems Engineer role at Intuitive pay?

Intuitive has posted a compensation range of $180k to $260k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the Senior Systems Engineer role at Intuitive posted?

This role was posted on July 23, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Senior Systems Engineer role at Intuitive entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Intuitive has listed.

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