Software Engineer, Next Gen

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

The Next Gen team at Neuralink is developing the next generation of brain-computer interfaces. We are laying the groundwork for intuitive, high-dimensional, and bidirectional interfaces between brains and machines, with the goal of helping people challenged by a variety of neurological disorders and conditions. Our team consists of scientists and engineers, working closely together to define the engineering requirements for these future products.

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Developing, validating, testing, and deploying software systems
• Writing algorithms to decode and modulate neural activity
• Designing user experiences centered around neural control of devices
• Mentoring others in achieving engineering excellence through code review, design review, and technical presentations
• Presenting results in a collaborative setting
• Working with neuroengineers and animal training specialists to support research sessions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Fluent in modern high-performance backend languages (Python, Golang, C++, RUST)
• HW/SW debugging skills with lab equipment
• A strong understanding of engineering first principles
• You are mission-driven and goal-oriented in your approach to solving problems
• You are resourceful, flexible, and adaptable; no task is too big or too small
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience writing software that interacts with hardware such as robotics, control theory, human-robot interaction, or real-time systems
• Working knowledge of compiled and system languages, ideally C/C++ or Rust
• Experience developing software for macOS or iOS, in Objective-C/Swift

About You

• You find large challenges exciting and enjoy discovering and defining problems as much as solving them
• You deliver. You may enjoy thoughtful conversations about problems and perfecting designs, but in the end, you know that what matters is delivering reliable solutions
• You are a cross-disciplinary team member. You are excited to work with and learn from software, mechanical, electrical, materials, and neural engineers
• You are comfortable communicating across teams
• You feel a sense of urgency to get things done sooner rather than later
• You are resourceful, flexible and adaptable; no task is too big or too small
• You are comfortable working closely with animals in a research environment

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)
• 401(k) plan
• Parental leave
• Flexible time off