Staff Software Engineer, GPU Algorithms

DeepSight Technology; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in California is seeking a full-time Staff Software Engineer specializing in GPU algorithms for ultrasound imaging. The role involves developing and optimizing algorithms to enhance ultrasound image quality using C++ and CUDA. Candidates should have a strong background in ultrasound physics and software development, ideally with a BS or PhD in relevant fields. Competitive salary of $170,000-$220,000 and great benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong background in ultrasound physics and medical imaging.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial software development.
• Experience in FDA regulated medical imaging product development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize GPU algorithms for ultrasound signal processing.
• Design algorithms for noise reduction and image enhancement.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for system integration.

Skills

C++ proficiency

CUDA programming

Object-oriented programming

Signal and image processing

Machine learning

Education

BS in engineering or computer science

PhD in Electrical/Biomedical engineering

Tools

DICOM

HL7

Job description

Staff Software Engineer, GPU Algorithms

We are looking for a full-time Staff Software Engineer, GPU Algorithms with a strong background in ultrasound, medical image reconstruction, and programming languages such as C++ and CUDA to shape our new ultrasound imaging platform.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will work on developing and optimizing GPU algorithms and techniques related to ultrasound signal processing, image formation, and analysis. The primary focus of this software engineering role is to improve the quality, accuracy, and interpretation of ultrasound images for DeepSight's revolutionary Ultrasound system.

WE OFFER GREAT BENEFITS AND PERKS TO OUR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TEAM:

• Competitive salary of $170,000-$220,000
• Stock options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

AS A STAFF SOFTWARE ENGINEER SPECIALIZING IN GPU ALGORITHMS, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE:

• Developing advanced beamforming techniques to enhance the spatial resolution and image quality of ultrasound scans.
• Designing algorithms for image enhancement, noise reduction, edge detection, and speckle reduction in ultrasound images.
• Developing algorithms for reconstructing 2D or 3D images from acquired ultrasound data. This involves handling data interpolation, scan conversion, and geometric transformations.
• Designing algorithms to extract relevant features and perform segmentation of structures or regions of interest in ultrasound images.
• Developing techniques to compensate for motion artifacts caused by patient movement or tissue motion during ultrasound scanning. This can involve image registration, motion estimation, and correction algorithms.
• Exploring the application of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to improve ultrasound image analysis, automate diagnosis, or assist in image interpretation tasks.
• Collaborating with systems and hardware engineers to optimize the integration of ultrasound imaging systems, ensuring efficient data acquisition, processing, and display.
• Implement proposed solutions using C++ and CUDA programming languages.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in an engineering or computer science field
• Familiarity in ultrasound physics, signal and image processing, beamforming, simulation, algorithm development, or tool development
• Strong background in object-oriented programming, software architecture, and design patterns
• Proficiency with C++ programming
• Experience in concurrent/parallel programming-multithreading, multiprocessing, GPU acceleration (CUDA, CuPy, Numba, OpenCL, Halide)
• Deep familiarity with common developer tool sets, including source control, continuous integration, and automated unit testing
• Passionate about medical devices, with excellent communication and teamwork skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ROLE:

• PhD in Electrical/Biomedical engineering with a dissertation topic related to ultrasound imaging or therapy
• 5+ years of experience in commercial software development
• Experience in medical imaging product development (FDA regulated)
• Experience with real-time software applications
• Experience interfacing with hardware components and systems
• Knowledge of DICOM and HL7

QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN THIS STAFF SOFTWARE ENGINEER, GPU ALGORITHMS POSITION:

• Positive - a can-do attitude that helps you rise to challenges
• Collaborative - a team player who can effectively communicate with others
• Attentive to detail - nothing gets by you
• Efficient with a knack for effectively prioritizing tasks and managing your time
• Proud of your work and real desire to do quality work
• Career-minded - looking for more than a job
• Empathetic - a mindset of producing quality products that help people

JOIN OUR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TEAM!

Ready to take on the challenge? If you've got the drive to succeed and the hustle to make things happen, we're excited to have you join our team! Use our 3-minute initial application to apply now!