Acoustic Engineer - Medical Device (Cambridge, MA)

Philips; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401k matching

HSA contribution

Stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Philips Cambridge, MA seeks an Advanced Development Algorithms Scientist for Medical Imaging to translate clinical needs into imaging and robotics solutions. You will develop image analysis algorithms, design bench and preclinical studies, and document regulatory-compliant verification plans.

Collaboration with design, regulatory, quality and product teams is essential, with a focus on rapid prototyping, validation, and clinical viability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an individual contributor in medical imaging technology and product development.
• Advanced degree in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field.
• You have experience in FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485.

Responsibilities

• Define design and development plans to invent, prototype, and mature medical robotics and imaging concepts.

Skills

Medical image analysis

Machine learning

First-principles thinking

Prototyping

Test method development

Data interpretation

Statistical analysis

Technical report writing

Regulatory knowledge

Ultrasound image processing

Education

MS or PhD in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Development Algorithms Scientist – Medical Imaging (Cambridge, MA)

Job Description

Advanced Development Algorithms Scientist – Medical Imaging (Cambridge, MA)

Take part in the development of new medical devices, particularly early feasibility development and proof of concept projects. This role will include translating clinical needs to solution concepts, technical planning, feasibility evaluation, technical risk reduction, and preparation for productization.

Your role:

• Contribute to advanced development and early feasibility projects by defining design and development plans to invent, prototype, and mature medical robotics and imaging concepts. Support innovation from concept through early technical validation.

• Develop medical image analysis algorithms in an FDA-regulated environment, using both classical and machine learning–based approaches for imaging, robotics, and sensor data. Ensure methods are robust, validated, and compliant.

• Design, execute, and document bench and preclinical studies, including test methods, data analysis, and clear reporting of results. Generate evidence to support technical decisions and product feasibility.

• Author and maintain requirements, system designs, risk analyses, and verification and validation documentation in compliance with FDA and international regulatory standards. Perform literature reviews, clinical workflow analyses, and risk or failure assessments to inform development.

• Participate in technical and design reviews, clearly communicate findings, and maintain high-quality project documentation while contributing to intellectual property. Collaborate closely with design, clinical, regulatory, quality, product management, and marketing teams to deliver integrated, clinically viable solutions.

You're the right fit if:

• You have 5+ years of experience as an individual contributor in medical imaging technology and product development, with hands‑on involvement across the full product lifecycle.

• You bring strong technical skills in medical image analysis, including classic and modern machine learning–based techniques; solid engineering fundamentals (first‑principles thinking, prototyping, test method development, data interpretation, statistical analysis, and technical report writing); bonus: experience or working knowledge of ultrasound image processing, image‑guided therapy or surgery, and structural heart or cardiac devices (e.g., catheter‑based systems, delivery systems, stents, intravascular/intracardiac ultrasound).

• You hold an advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.

• You thrive in collaborative, fast‑paced environments, take accountability and ownership to deliver results quickly, communicate and educate effectively across cross‑functional teams, and have experience working in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred) with knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485.

• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

How we work together:

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office‑based teams, this means working in‑person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full‑time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an office‑based role.

About Philips:

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Philips Transparency Details:

The pay range for this position in MA is $129,000 - $205,000.

The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long‑term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

Additional Information:

• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa, now or in the future.

• Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position. For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Cambridge, MA.

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Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug‑free workplace.