Principal Engineer – Reinforcement Learning for Medical Device

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**Job Description Summary**
We are seeking an experienced Algorithm Engineer to design and develop advanced machine learning algorithms for life-saving and life-enhancing patient monitoring technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic foundation in reinforcement learning, practical development experience with state-of-the-art algorithms for real-world applications, and expertise in data curation.

**Job Description**

We are **the makers of possible**

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world.

Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat.

It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve.

Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self.

Become a **maker of possible** with us.

**Requires Skills/Experience:**

+ PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Physics, or a closely related STEM field with focus on reinforcement learning and artificial intelligence
+ 3 yrs of experience in reinforcement learning.
+ Deep and under-the-hood understanding of reinforcement learning algorithms, including recent advances, modern deep learning architectures, optimization, etc
+ Strong practical and hands-on experience in developing deep reinforcement learning algorithms for real-world problem solving
+ Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used in AI research, such as Python, PyTorch, or Keras,
+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment to take projects from ideas to shipped products
+ Strong communication skills
+ Strong statistical data analysis skills

**Preferred Skills/Experience:**

+ Experience working with biomedical time series data is a plus
+ Knowledge of patient monitoring and human physiology is a plus

**Responsibilities:**

+ Lead the design and development of advanced reinforcement learning, machine learning and signal processing algorithms for patient monitoring
+ Perform statistical data analyses to characterize performance of machine learning algorithms
+ Lead research and feasibility of new concepts, conduct animal studies and clinical data collection, analyze and interpret clinical data, draw conclusions and prepare final reports and presentations.
+ Collaborating with clinicians to conduct clinical trials and publish scientific articles.
+ Conduct verification and validation testing in accordance with FDA and ISO standards, support regulatory submissions by documenting algorithm design, performance, and safety considerations.

**Depending on background and experience, candidate may be considered at lower or higher levels**

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry.

For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance.

Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required.

Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

**Why Join Us?**

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work.

It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do.

We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health.

At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive.

And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit  https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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**Primary Work Location**
USA CA - Irvine Laguna Canyon

**Additional Locations**

**Work Shift**
NA (United States of America)

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture.

We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) .

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility.

There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed.

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position.

Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

**Salary Range Information**

$124,700.00 - $205,800.00 USD Annual

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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