Regulatory Engineer

About the role

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:

Join the Regulatory Team, where our mission is to enable global access to Neuralink’s technology. We are a group of industry-experienced professionals who utilize creative problem-solving to establish efficient systems for maintaining the pace of innovation within highly regulated environments.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Regulatory Engineer at Neuralink, you will be responsible for regulatory affairs activities and interactions with international regulatory bodies during clinical evaluations and/or market introduction, as well as compliance and reporting activities in the post-market phase. Additionally, you will develop regulatory approaches for devices under development, prepare pre-market regulatory submissions, and create post-approval reports. Furthermore, you will be expected to:

Partner directly with R&D, hardware, software, and preclinical teams to integrate regulatory requirements into product architecture, testing strategies, and development roadmaps.

Evaluate device classification, risk profiles, and global approval pathways, then design efficient technical solutions and documentation strategies that accelerate timelines.

Identify regulatory and compliance obstacles early, anticipate emerging issues, and propose creative, data-driven workarounds, design refinements, or filing strategies that maintain innovation speed.

Prepare high-quality regulatory submissions (IDE, PMA, international equivalents, supplements, dossiers, etc.) by organizing technical evidence, preclinical data, clinical results, and other materials into clear, compelling packages.

Assess proposed design, manufacturing, preclinical, clinical, and testing changes for regulatory impact and develop appropriate filing strategies.

Build and improve internal tools, templates, SOPs, and processes that make regulatory compliance faster and less burdensome for engineering teams; provide training to stakeholders to ensure organization-wide compliance.

Stay technically current on evolving global standards, translate them into actionable guidance for designers, test engineers, and clinical teams, and distribute updated regulatory intelligence across the organization.

Contribute to cross-functional problem-solving on topics ranging from biocompatibility and electromagnetic compatibility to software validation and human factors.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an applicable engineering discipline (e.g., biomedical, mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, software, etc.)

Strong technical writing and communication skills — ability to explain complex engineering concepts clearly and concisely.

Excellent collaboration and organizational skills; comfort working in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ years of experience in regulatory submissions, technical documentation, or quality engineering for medical devices (IDE, PMA, 510(k), international filings, etc.).

Hands-on background in medical device design, testing, risk management (ISO 14971), or preclinical/clinical studies.

Experience with class III/II medical device design, manufacturing, testing, and/or regulatory processes.

Expected Compensation:

The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees’ success with the company's long-term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.

Base Salary Range:
$71,000 $119,000 USD

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) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours

Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded