Advanced Technology & Innovation Leader – Medical Imaging

Philips; United States; On-site; USD 164,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

Philips seeks an Advanced Technology & Innovation Leader for Medical Imaging to drive the discovery and commercialization of cutting-edge imaging technologies. You will lead a small innovation team and collaborate with R&D, Product Management and Clinical leaders to transform ideas into market-ready products.

You will oversee AI, imaging, optics, and computational modeling efforts, guiding prototyping, algorithm development, and transition to regulated devices, while mentoring top engineers and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in medical imaging or medical device innovation, translating research into commercial products.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Expertise in AI/ML, imaging, biomedical optics, algorithms, and computational modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Advanced Technology roadmap, aligning initiatives with business and clinical priorities.
• Identify and advance emerging technologies to create competitive differentiation in imaging.
• Provide technical leadership for platforms, prototype development, and regulated device transitions.
• Build and mentor a multidisciplinary team and foster external partnerships.

Skills

AI/ML

Medical Imaging

Biomedical Optics

Advanced Algorithms

Computational Modeling

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering/ Electrical Engineering/ Computer Science/ Optical Engineering/ Applied Physics

Master’s degree with significant relevant industry experience

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Technology & Innovation Leader – Medical Imaging

Job Description

The Advanced Technology & Innovation Leader drives the discovery and commercialization of emerging technologies, combining deep technical expertise with hands‑on leadership to create the next generation of medical imaging solutions. By leading a small innovation team and collaborating closely with R&D, Product Management, Clinical, and Business leaders, this role transforms cutting‑edge ideas into market‑ready products that deliver clinical and business impact.

Your Role

• Lead the development and execution of the Advanced Technology & Innovation roadmap, aligning innovation initiatives with business and clinical priorities. Serve as a senior technical advisor on innovation strategy and future technology investments.
• Identify, evaluate, and advance emerging technologies to create competitive differentiation, with a focus on AI, advanced algorithms, imaging, biomedical optics, computational modeling, and data‑driven solutions. Drive innovation from concept and feasibility through product development and commercialization.
• Provide technical leadership for strategic technology platforms and product initiatives. Contribute directly to complex technical challenges, including prototyping, algorithm development, system design, and the transition of technologies into regulated medical devices.
• Build, lead, and mentor a multidisciplinary Advanced Technology team while fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and rapid experimentation. Recruit and develop top engineering and scientific talent and leveraged global capabilities and external partnerships.
• Partner with Intellectual Property teams to identify, protect, and promote key innovations through invention disclosures and patent development. Contribute to technology landscape assessments that informed innovation and investment strategies.

You're The Right Fit If

• You bring extensive experience developing innovative medical device and/or medical imaging technologies and have demonstrated success translating research and innovation into commercial products. You are an experienced people leader with a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• You have deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: AI/Machine Learning, Medical Imaging, Biomedical Optics, Advanced Algorithms, and Computational Modeling. Bonus qualifications include a strong record of technical leadership, innovation, and intellectual property development.
• You hold a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Optical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field. A Master’s degree with significant relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• You demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills and can effectively partner across technical, clinical, and business organizations to drive innovation and business impact.
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

About Philips

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Philips Transparency Details

• The pay range for this position in AL, AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VI, VA, WV, WI, and WY is $164,000 to $261,000.
• The pay range for this position in DE, MD, MN, and RI is $172,000 to $274,000.
• The pay range for this position in CA, CT, MA, NJ, NY, WA, and Washington, D.C. is $184,000 to $292,000.

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.

This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates.

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