Principal Software Engineer (Medical Imaging)

Shifamed; Doha; On-site; QAR 291,226 - 436,839; Full time

Job summary

Shifamed is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Medical Imaging) in Doha, Qatar. You will contribute to the design and development of advanced medical imaging systems while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in medical imaging, strong software development skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory standards. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in medical imaging systems design and development.
• Strong knowledge of imaging modalities and image processing algorithms.
• Solid understanding of regulatory and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the architecture, design, and integration of medical image processing systems.
• Develop and implement imaging algorithms and visualization tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.

Skills

Medical imaging systems design

Software development (MATLAB, Python, C++)

Regulatory knowledge (FDA, ISO 13485)

Collaboration with R&D teams

Cloud-based imaging applications

Image processing algorithms

UI frameworks (VTK, Qt/QML)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Biomedical Engineering or related field

M.S. preferred

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

Position: Principal Software Engineer (Medical Imaging)

Location: Doha, Qatar

Job Id: 662

# of Openings: 1

Akura Medical, a Shifamed portfolio company, is advancing a differentiated platform for the treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Akura recently received U.S. IDE approval for its QUADRA-PE study evaluating the Katana™ Thrombectomy System in acute pulmonary embolism patients and is developing NavIQ™, a software platform that transforms CT angiograms into 3D pulmonary vascular models to enhance visualization, procedural planning, and clot assessment.

Akura Medical is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and integration of advanced medical imaging systems. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader, applying your expertise to solve complex engineering problems while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. This is a full‑time, on‑site position at our new R&D facility in Doha, Qatar.

Responsibilities, Skills & Hands‑On Experience

• Contribute to the architecture, design, and integration of medical image processing systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485).
• Develop and implement imaging algorithms, visualization tools, and system components.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, clinical, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to align technical deliverables with program objectives.
• Perform feasibility studies, risk assessments, and trade‑off analyses to guide design decisions.
• Mentor junior engineers, sharing best practices in design, coding, and testing.
• Partner with external vendors and collaborators to support imaging‑related initiatives.
• Develop and execute testing protocols, verification, and validation processes.
• Contribute to technical documentation, including regulatory submissions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in medical imaging, proposing improvements and new approaches.

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (M.S. preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in medical imaging systems design and development.
• Strong knowledge of imaging modalities (e.g., X‑ray, MRI, ultrasound) and image processing algorithms.
• Proficiency in software development (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++), visualization, and hardware integration.
• Experience with UI frameworks such as VTK and Qt/QML.
• Experience with cloud‑based imaging applications and integration of AI/ML methods for computer vision/medical imaging.
• Solid understanding of regulatory and quality standards, including cybersecurity (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 60601, FDA requirements).
• Track record of technical contributions, including patents, publications, or conference presentations in medical imaging.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Salary & Benefits

Salary ranges are calculated by role, level, and location. Your position within that range will be determined by your job‑related knowledge, location, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications.