Senior Algorithm Scientist

United States Digital Space LLC; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Senior Algorithm Scientist to advance health sensing algorithms that power our Ring ecosystem. You will research, validate and deploy machine learning and signal processing methods across sensing modalities to deliver insights for millions of users.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with hardware, firmware, product, and teams abroad, with a focus on rapid delivery and scalable evaluation.

Qualifications

• PhD with 3+ years in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering or related field.
• MSc with 5+ years in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering or related field.
• 3+ years solid programming in Python and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research, development and deployment of signal processing and ML algorithms for health sensing features/products.
• Explore and identify new sensing features; develop proof-of-concept and transition to product.
• Design and support data collection studies to develop biomarkers and evaluate hardware prototypes.
• Develop and maintain internal signal evaluation tools and libraries for hardware/firmware teams.
• Document, summarize, and present data analysis and algorithm performance with actionable recommendations.
• Support incorporation of new sensing modalities into next-gen hardware through feasibility studies and guidance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and overseas stakeholders.

Skills

Python programming

Signal processing

Time-series analysis

Asynchronous communication

Education

PhD in Biomedical/Electrical/Neural Engineering

MSc in Biomedical/Electrical/Neural Engineering

Tools

Git

Peer review

Job description

Our mission at the company is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality by using their the company Ring and its connected app. We've helped millions of people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles.

Empowering the world starts with living our values and empowering our team. As a quickly growing company focused on helping people live healthier and happier lives, we ensure that our team members have what they need to do their best work — both in and out of the office.

We are looking for a Senior Algorithm Scientist to develop and validate the next generation of health sensing algorithms at the company. Health sensing algorithms underpin the suite of features we offer to our members. As an algorithm scientist, your work will have a wide ranging impact and provide the foundation for new insights delivered to millions of the company members around the world.

What you will do:

• Contribute to the research, development and deployment of signal processing and machine learning algorithms for the company features/products based on a range of sensing modalities

• Conduct early stage exploratory research to identify and characterize new potential sensing features and functionality. Develop proof-of-concept features and work with a cross-functional team to take these from proof-of-concept to a commercialized product

• Design and support internal and external data collection studies to develop, evaluate, benchmark and improve new biomarkers and algorithms and to evaluate the signal quality of hardware and firmware prototypes

• Develop and maintain internal signal evaluation tools and libraries to help the company’s hardware and firmware teams optimize current and next-generation products

• Document, summarize, and present data analysis and algorithm performance results with concrete actionable recommendations for a broad audience on a regular basis

• Support the incorporation of new sensing modalities into next-generation hardware by running feasibility studies and providing scientifically-backed guidance to other teams (hardware, firmware, product, etc)

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and overseas stakeholders

Requirements

We would love to have you on our team if you have:

• PhD degree with three years of work experience OR MSc degree with five years of work experience in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, neural engineering or a related field

• 3+ years of solid programming skills in Python and experience with code collaboration tools (git, peer review, etc)

• Experience with signal processing methods and time-series analysis (FIR/IIR filters, Kalman filtering, adaptive filtering, stochastic processes, etc)

• Experience with biosignal sensing and wearable hardware (including hardware prototypes) is a plus

• A pragmatic can-do attitude and delivery-focused mindset: you can move quickly and prioritize effectively

• Flexible schedule and good asynchronous communication skills to work with the company’s Finnish teams (early morning meetings two to three times a week)

• This role is based in San Fransisco, with at least three days in office.

Benefits

At the company, we care about you and your well-being. Everyone here at the company has a ring of their own and we are continually looking to improve employee health.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and equity packages

• Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources

• An the company Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family

• 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off

• Paid sick leave and parental leave

the company takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. US locations are categorized into tiers based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. While most offers will be closer to the starting range, successful candidates' pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, internal peer equity, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

• Region 1: $172,550 - $203,000

A recruiter can determine your zones/tiers based on your US location.

We are not considering candidates residing in the following states: Alaska (AK), Delaware (DE), Iowa (IA), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), South Dakota (SD), Vermont (VT), West Virginia (WV), and Wisconsin (WI)

the company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals seeking employment at the company are considered without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.