Organization Development Specialist

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position

The Organization Development Specialist drives the operational execution and continuous improvement of Global Talent Management programs that support Intuitive's talent. Partnering with HR Centers of Excellence, leaders, employees, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders, this role manages a broad portfolio of initiatives including onboarding, leadership development, executive programs, talent reviews, and succession planning.

Key responsibilities include program and project management, operational coordination, communications, reporting and analytics, vendor management, and internal client support. Success in this role requires strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on delivering scalable, high-quality experiences, leveraging technology and AI-enabled tools, and ensuring operational excellence across talent programs.

Essential Job Duties

• Coordinate end-to-end execution of Talent Management programs and events managing planning, logistics, and stakeholder communication.
• Own project plans, timelines, and deliverables across multiple concurrent Talent Management initiatives, tracking dependencies and keeping stakeholders aligned
• Oversee program operations, adhere to budgets, work with vendors, and cross-functional partnerships to ensure efficient execution and high-quality service delivery.
• Collect, analyze, and report on program metrics, participant feedback, and operational data to measure effectiveness, process optimization and inform decision-making.
• Partner with analytics teams to deliver actionable insights and reporting that support program performance and strategic decision-making.
• Respond to senior leader, employee, and stakeholder inquiries by providing timely, accurate program information and guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging technology, AI-enabled tools, and process enhancements to improve scalability, efficiency, and participant experience.
• Serve as a trusted operational partner by maintaining program resources, knowledge repositories, communications, and stakeholder support for leaders, employees, and external partners.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience (preferably in an HR, learning & design, human behavior, and/or education-focused role);
• Proven ability to use data, analytics, and business knowledge to solve complex business problems.
• Administrative/back-end use of LMS systems
• Experience with event coordination/training program logistics
• Organizational and project management skills with a focus on detailed execution
• Problem-solving and analytical mindset, interested in process improvement
• Experience presenting and facilitating small- to large-sized groups
• Team player with the ability to build productive working relationships and collaborate cross-functionally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to all audiences
• Experience and interest in interacting with a globally distributed, multi-cultural employee population
• Technical savvy with Excel, Word, PowerPoint; ability to learn new software
• Ability to work in a team toward common goals, as well as self-directed to complete individual deliverables
• Use of web conferencing / virtual classroom software

Required Education and Training

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in organizational development, psychology, instructional design, HR, or education)

Working Conditions

• Available periodic evenings and some weekend hours with prior notice for program support
• Willingness to travel to company functions and off-site trainings events; Travel <10%
• Must be able to lift and ship program materials and supplies on a regular basis without issue. Up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Basic consulting skills
• Experience with reporting/survey analytics software and the ability to understand and synthesize data in a meaningful way.

**Please note this role requires being onsite 3 days per week in our Sunnyvale, CA office.

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.

Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected].

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.