Senior Algorithm Engineer

Elekta AB; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

International work environment

Meaningful cancer-care mission

Office-based with four days per week

Job summary

Elekta AB is seeking a Senior Algorithm Engineer to advance oncology imaging and treatment solutions. You will solve complex medical imaging challenges and translate research into product-ready innovations, collaborating with researchers and software engineers across functions to support Elekta's roadmap.

You will apply machine learning and high-performance software development to 2D, 3D and 4D imaging, contributing to precise, personalized cancer care and to the evaluation of new clinical

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of medical imaging, ML and computer vision in healthcare or regulated environments.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++ with Visual Studio.
• Experience with ITK/VTK, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• GPU-based image processing using CUDA.
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms for complex medical imaging challenges in oncology, including registration and segmentation.
• Design and evaluate research prototypes for Elekta products and clinical workflows.
• Apply ML and numerical optimization to 2D/3D/4D imaging problems.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers and product stakeholders on designs.
• Develop high-performance software in Python, C++, CUDA.
• Engage with external partners on evaluations and co-development.
• Contribute to testing, validation, documentation, white papers and presentations.
• Stay current with scientific developments and contribute to IP activities.

Skills

Medical imaging

Machine learning

Computer vision

Python

C++

CUDA

ITK

VTK

NumPy

Scikit-Learn

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Image registration

Image segmentation

Motion tracking

GPU programming

Communication

Education

PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Medical Physics or related

Master's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Visual Studio

DICOM

OpenMP

OpenCL

Job description

We don't just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer. Elekta is shaping the standard of care, together with healthcare providers, by developing precision radiation medicine that brings advanced radiotherapy into routine clinical practice. Our solutions support consistent, efficient and personalized care, addressing evolving patient needs. Through adaptive radiotherapy, precision treatment delivery and integrated workflows, Elekta supports care teams across a range of clinical settings. Each year more than 2 million patients are treated using Elekta solutions across over 130 countries. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with over 4,000 employees and offices in more than 40 countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com.

Senior Algorithm Engineer

What You'll Do At Elekta

As a Senior Algorithm Engineer, you will help advance oncology imaging and treatment solutions by solving complex medical imaging challenges and translating research into product-ready innovations. Working with research scientists, software engineers and cross-functional stakeholders, you will apply expertise in medical imaging, machine learning and high-performance software development across areas such as image registration, image segmentation, motion tracking and image-based informatics. Your work will support Elekta's product roadmap and contribute to more precise and personalized cancer care.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and software solutions for complex medical imaging challenges in oncology, including registration, segmentation, motion tracking and image-based informatics.
• Design, build and evaluate research prototypes that can be translated into Elekta products and clinical workflows.
• Apply machine learning, deep learning, statistical methods and numerical optimization to 2D, 3D and 4D imaging problems.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers and product stakeholders to define technical approaches, specifications and designs that support Elekta's roadmap.
• Develop high-performance software in Python, C++, CUDA or other relevant technologies using appropriate development processes and methodologies.
• Partner with external research institutions, healthcare organizations and technology partners on evaluations and co-development activities, when required.
• Contribute to testing, validation, technical documentation, white papers and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Stay current with scientific and technology developments, share expertise across Elekta and contribute to publications, intellectual property and patent activities where appropriate.

What You'll Bring

• Advanced knowledge of medical imaging, machine learning and/or computer vision, ideally applied to healthcare, oncology or another regulated environment.
• Strong programming skills, including development experience with Python and C++ using Visual Studio.
• Proficient with common scientific computing libraries such as ITK, VTK, NumPy, Scikit-Learn and Matplotlib, and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch and/or TensorFlow.
• Experienced in developing GPU based image processing algorithms and applications using CUDA.
• Practical knowledge of rigid and deformable image registration, image segmentation, motion tracking, statistical modelling, numerical optimization, and matrix and tensor algebra.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems independently, collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate scientific concepts clearly in writing and presentations.
• Experience developing imaging applications, plus either a PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Medical Physics or a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant software development and/or research experience, or a Master's degree in a related discipline with at least 10 years of relevant experience.

Additional Experience That May Be Helpful

• Experience with C#, .NET, OpenMP, OpenCL, and DICOM, as well as patent authorship or other intellectual property activities, may be beneficial.

What You'll Get

• A competitive benefits package aligned with local market practices and employment conditions. Specific benefits will vary depending on whether the role is based in Helsinki, Best or Crawley.
• The opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission: helping healthcare providers improve outcomes for cancer patients around the world.
• A truly international work environment, collaborating with colleagues across multiple countries and functions.
• The chance to work with innovative technology that impacts more than 2 million patients each year in over 130 countries.
• We believe that great ideas are built together. To support collaboration, team development, and innovation, this role is primarily office-based, with an expectation of working from the Elekta office at least four days per week.

About Elekta

As a leader in precision radiation therapy, Elekta is committed to ensuring every patient has access to the best cancer care possible. We openly collaborate with customers to advance sustainable, outcome-driven and cost-efficient solutions to meet evolving patient needs, improve lives and bring hope to everyone dealing with cancer. To us, it's personal, and our global team of 4,700 employees combine passion, science, and imagination to profoundly change cancer care. We don't just build technology, we build hope. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with offices in more than 120 countries and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.