Senior Engineer, Applied Research (AI)

How will you make an impact?

As a member of our R&D engineering team you will be tasked with leading various Applied Research activities under the direction of the Senior Director of Software and Applied Research. You will work in a highly collaborative environment alongside experienced Applied Research Scientists and Software and System Engineers (Opto-/Electro-Mechanical). Your skillset will play a key role in our efforts to develop and deploy de novo medical devices to markets across the world, and more broadly advance the Applied Research team's research in Corneal Science. A focus will be on the research and development of automation, machine learning and computer vision features of our medical devices to provide best-in-class user experiences and improved clinical outcomes for patients.

What will you do?

• Design, development, and optimization of machine learning algorithms and automation/computer vision features of our medical devices and related products and tools.
• Make significant contributions to the design and development of Glaukos' current and next-generation ophthalmic medical devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and define project requirements and specifications to translate clinical needs into AI-driven solutions.
• Developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria leading to robust and effective product design.
• Oversee the collection, preprocessing, and analysis datasets.
• Demonstrate the performance of AI models / algorithms via comprehensive testing and validation.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate AI/ML models and automation algorithms into medical devices.
• Advance the research activities within the Applied Research group evaluating new technologies for new applications in Ophthalmology.

How will you get here?

• 5-8+ years (3-5+ years with Master's degree or 0-4+ years with PhD) experience developing software and algorithms for AI/ML and Computer Vision applications.
• Proven track record of developing and deploying AI/ML models and Computer Vision algorithms in commercial products, preferably in a regulated environment, is a strong plus.
• Expertise in machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch).
• Expertise in Computer Vision Algorithms development.
• Knowledge of machine vision system design.
• Strong programming skills in Python or similar languages.
• Working knowledge of one or more systems programming languages such as C++, C#, Rust, and their associated development environments is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of medical imaging or related applications.
• Experience in the healthcare or medical device industry, medical regulations and standards and preparing technical documentation for regulatory submissions as strong plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
• A minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on AI/ML.

Generous. Innovative. Leadership-driven. Family-oriented. Socially responsible.

These are just a few of the terms our employees use to describe their experiences as a part of the Glaukos family.

Those may seem like big aspirations, but here at Glaukos, we recognize the deep significance and profound meaning that comes from knowing that we can make a meaningful difference by helping improve eyesight of people worldwide. And because we're a rapidly growing company with a dynamic, fast-paced culture, individual employees are empowered with more diverse and enriching challenges that might not be possible at a larger company, and more fulfillment in knowing every person and every task is directly tied to making a difference in the life of others.

We offer competitive salary (based on experience), bonus eligibility, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, stock options, 401(k) Employer Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, generous time off & paid holidays as well as time-off to volunteer in the community, plus the opportunity to work for a company that is pioneering a new glaucoma treatment class! Moreover, Glaukos Corporation has been Certified as a Great Place to Work the last three years!

Glaukos Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.