Machine Learning Engineer

Job Description

The Ion™ endoluminal system is Intuitive's new robotic platform for minimally invasive biopsy in the peripheral lung, with an initial goal of improving the early diagnosis of lung cancer. The Ion R&D team is looking for a gifted engineer to contribute to our PlanPoint software and robot navigation, which together guide our physician users through the 3D structure of the lung, to take a biopsy at a target location.

As a machine learning engineer on the Ion project, you will join a small team of experts in medical imaging, robotics, and software. You will play a lead technical role, working to conceptualize, design, and evaluate new solutions for medical image insights. You will contribute across the product development life cycle, taking algorithm concepts from initial prototypes to production software.

• Work as part of a cross‑functional team in a fast‑paced, start‑up‑like business unit
• Develop new algorithms and software implementations for computer vision, sensor fusion, registration, machine learning, etc
• Participate in failure mode assessment, to identify and implement robust hazard mitigation strategies
• Maintain practical knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art computer vision and sensor fusion research literature

Prototype and iterate on designs, develop tests, and deliver high‑quality software in Python and/or C++.

• Master degree and 4 years of experience; or a PhD and 1 or more years of experience; or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated expertise in medical image analytics, computer vision, or machine learning
• Exceptional working knowledge of Python and/or C++ programming
• Great communication, presentation, and documentation skills
• High levels of autonomy and technical ownership

• Expertise in object‑oriented programming
• Knowledge of one or more of the following libraries and tools:
  PyTorch, Tensor Flow, ITK, OpenCV, or other image insights toolkits
• Project experience in medical devices or another regulated industry

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.

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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.

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