Senior Software Engineer - AI/ML

Company: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Location: Rochester
Posted on: March 14, 2025

Job Description:

Why Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You'll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.ResponsibilitiesAt Mayo Clinic, our mission is to inspire hope and promote health through integrated clinical practice, education and research. The Mayo Clinic Generative AI team is building technology at that very intersection, combining our research initiatives with the latest advances in transformer-based technologies to transform medicine.This is a full-time remote position within the United States. Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position (H1B, F1 OPT STEM).Position Responsibilities:
  • Leverage machine learning techniques such as deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision to lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of machine learning and deep learning models for healthcare applications.
  • Work on the full spectrum of the AI life cycle from ideation to production.
  • Leverage advanced techniques in AI/ML to analyze vast amounts of healthcare data, including patient records, medical imaging, and genomic information, to develop AI solutions that meet clinical needs and integrate smoothly into clinical processes.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support the engineering and implementation of AI/ML solutions.
  • Develop robust machine learning pipelines to support production processes and set new benchmarks for safety and effectiveness in clinical settings.
  • Facilitate consistent and automated AI software solution development and releases through the design, testing, and maintenance of tools and associated CI/CD pipelines.
  • Contribute to implementing best practices and standards for AI development and deployment methodologies, tools, and platforms.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical leadership to junior engineers within the AI enablement team.
  • Provide consultative services on areas of expertise to clinical work units or AI product teams, offering insights and strategies to address complex business problems.
  • Provide training and education to healthcare staff on AI tools and technologies.
  • Contribute to developing new AI methods and technologies that can advance the state-of-the-art in healthcare AI.QualificationsRequired qualifications for this position include: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field with 5 years of experience as noted below; OR an Associate's degree in Computer/Science/Engineering or related field with 7 years of experience.Have in-depth knowledge of software engineering with experience coding applications or services in a high-level language (C, C++, Golang, Java, C# etc.) and a basic knowledge of related fields.Demonstrated problem solving and time management skills. Possesses strong technical aptitude for designing and implementing software solutions. Experience with modern application development frameworks. Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations. Deep hands-on technical expertise, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with Agile software development techniques.Preferred Qualifications for this position include:
    • Ph.D or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field.
    • Experience applying AI and machine learning in production healthcare environments, highlighting an understanding of healthcare technology.
    • Demonstrated leadership in managing complex projects, to navigate intricate project requirements and deliver successful outcomes.
    • Proficiency in fostering collaboration across diverse teams and effectively communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
    • Demonstrated expertise in cloud infrastructure environment and software development tools.
    • Experience working with large, complex, and heterogeneous data sets, preferably in healthcare.
    • Skilled in AI/ML techniques and frameworks.
    • Familiarity with best practices in data engineering, data science, AI Engineering, and the MLOps communities.
    • Demonstrated initiative in administration, education, software development, and technical reporting.
    • Mentor less-experienced team members, coupled with strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
    • Strong expertise in AI/ML techniques and frameworks, such as deep learning, natural language processing, and Generative AI, with proficiency in tools like Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, sci-kit-learn and Keras.
    • Knowledge of the healthcare domain, including clinical workflows, electronic health records, medical terminologies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
    • Familiarity with systems or quality engineering best practices, regulatory standards, and compliance frameworks, with the ability to adapt these effectively to different project scenarios.
    • Demonstrated experience leading technical/quantitative teams in a regulated environment.
    • Demonstrated experience creating risk management files and verification/validation strategies for digital health technology products within the healthcare industry.Exemption StatusExemptCompensation Detail$134,888.00 - $195,624.00 / yearBenefits EligibleYesScheduleFull TimeHours/Pay Period80Schedule DetailsMonday - Friday, 8am - 5pmWeekend ScheduleAs neededInternational AssignmentNoSite DescriptionJust as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity EmployerAs an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.RecruiterTed Keefe
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