Sr ML Engineer (Medical Imaging)

Ledgent Technology; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare innovation startup in California seeks a Sr ML Software Engineer to architect cutting-edge software for 3D ocular imaging. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in medical imaging algorithm development, with strong AI/ML expertise and a background in ophthalmology or optometry. You will work on greenfield projects where your ideas will shape the product and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in medical imaging algorithm development is essential.
• Strong AI/ML expertise and hands-on experience with medical image processing.
• Background in ophthalmology, optometry, or vision science is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop ML-powered software for 3D ocular imaging.
• Create algorithms for segmentation, topography, and wavefront mapping.
• Build scalable code for a novel medical device.

Skills

Medical imaging algorithm development

AI/ML expertise

Medical image processing

Proficiency in Git

Agile practices

Software architecture principles

Job description

Hiring on behalf of our client | Sr ML Software Engineer (Ophthalmic Imaging)

Build the Future of Eye Care.

Join our client, a purpose-driven startup revolutionizing ocular diagnostics with cutting-edge Swept-Source OCT and advanced ML analytics. They\'re building a first-of-its-kind platform for ophthalmology, optometry, and oculomics—and they need YOU to make it happen.

What You'll Do

• Architect and develop ML-powered software for 3D ocular imaging and diagnostics.
• Create algorithms for segmentation, topography, wavefront mapping, OCT-Angiography, and more.
• Build robust, scalable code for a novel medical device from the ground up.
• Collaborate across teams to define requirements, design interfaces, and deliver production-ready solutions.

What We\'re Looking For

• 3+ years in medical imaging algorithm development.
• Strong AI/ML expertise and hands-on experience with medical image processing.
• Background in ophthalmology, optometry, or vision science is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Git, Agile practices, and software architecture principles.
• Self-starter ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Why Join?

• Shape the future of eye care technology.
• Work on greenfield projects-your ideas will define the product.
• Be part of a passionate team committed to improving patient outcomes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles\' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.