Staff Algorithms Engineer

Ethicon Endo Surgery Inc., a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Staff Algorithm Design Engineer, R&D! At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. was created 30 years ago in Cincinnati, Ohio, developing innovative devices that have driven the shift from open to minimally invasive surgery that continues to lead the industry today. Our diverse team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists are on the forefront of technology in the medical device industry. The Staff Algorithm Design Engineer will make vital contributions to the Front End Innovation organization and transform patient care through innovation. They are responsible for working with Front End R&D teams to design and develop computational algorithms for use in cutting edge medical devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop computational algorithms using hardware to demonstrate technical feasibility.
• Translate high-level customer needs into technical options while analyzing trade-offs and business impact.
• Build prototypes, products, and systems for testing including setting up and running laboratory experiments.
• Design and execute test procedures, analyze test results, and develop written reports.
• Generate and present technical material to partners at all levels of the organization.
• Document designs and specifications per design control processes.
• Mentor junior members of the engineering staff to expand design team capabilities and establish good working practices.

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field required; dual degrees or advanced degree preferred

Required:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience
• Proven experience in computational algorithm development, signal processing, time series analysis, and/or applied control theory
• Work experience with and a deep understanding of physical principles and ability to plan, execute, and synthesize analyses across multiple domains, such as mechanical, thermal, electrical, and tissue
• Demonstrated programming ability (e.g., Python, C, LabVIEW, etc.), and an understanding of Object-Oriented Programming
• Proficiency with collaborative code version control and associated tools, such as Bitbucket/Git
• Demonstrated ability working across subject areas with internal and external partners
• Strong collaboration, proven technical leadership capabilities, and conflict resolution skills

Preferred:

• Experience formulating and coordinating different engineering approaches to test hypotheses, such as hand calculations, computational modeling and simulation, empirical testing (benchtop and in vivo) and method development as appropriate
• Intermediate understanding or hands-on experience with anatomy and physiology highly preferred
• Experience in Machine Learning, Statistics, and Mathematical intuitions to understand the data effectively and build predictive regression and classification models (optimization, PCA, Linear and Logistic regression, LightGBM, XGBoost, Random Forest, SVM, Gaussian Processes, etc.). Familiarity with Deep Learning frameworks like Tensorflow, Pytorch, etc.
• Experience with Model Predictive Control
• Experience working with databases and associated tools (SQL, Microsoft Azure, Dataiku, etc.)
• Ability to handle semi-structured and unstructured data
• Experience working with numerical methods, applied differential equations, stability, linear algebra, signal processing, and/or signal digitization
• Design control experience

Other:

• Requires up to 10% travel, domestic and international travel

For U.S. applicants, in accordance with applicable disclosure requirements, the anticipated base pay range for this position is $120,000 to $167,000. Additional information can be found through the link below. For additional general information on company benefits, please go to: We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit