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At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.\nJoin 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.\n**This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future**\nWhat will you be doing?\nDesign, develop, test, and deploy AI powered features for the CORI robotic surgery platform.\n\nApply machine learning, generative AI, computer vision, and data driven techniques to enhance product functionality and user experience.\n\nDevelop software services, APIs, and workflows that integrate AI capabilities into existing products and engineering applications.\n\nSupport the prototyping, evaluation, deployment, and continuous improvement of AI solutions.\n\nImplement and support AI assisted development tools such as Cursor, GitLab Duo, Copilot, and related technologies to improve engineering efficiency.\n\nBuild automation and tooling that improve code quality, testing, documentation, traceability, and software development workflows.\n\nCollaborate on software architecture, system integration, code reviews, and CI/CD initiatives across robotic software and cloud-based systems.\n\nEnsure AI enabled solutions align with cybersecurity, privacy, quality, and regulatory requirements.\n\nWhat will you need to be successful?\nMaster'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.\n\nStrong programming skills in Python and/or C++ with experience developing production quality software applications.\n\nHands on experience with Generative AI, machine learning, large language models, AI agents, or related technologies.\n\nKnowledge of software development lifecycle processes, Agile methodologies, and modern software engineering practices.\n\nStrong analytical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills.\n\nPreferred experience with Azure OpenAI, cloud AI platforms, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, robotics, healthcare technologies, or regulated software environments.\n\nYou Unlimited.\nWe believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.\nInclusion 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/).\n\nYour Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement\n\nWork/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day\n\nYour Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program\n\nTraining: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship\n\nExtra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!\n\nSmith+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.\nStay connected by joining our Talent Community.\nWe'remore than just a company - we'rea community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.\nCheck us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. 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