Senior Imaging Engineer

Senior Imaging Engineer

• Location:  Danvers, MA
• Remote work is available one day per week. Additional remote work days can be arranged in consultation with your manager for special circumstances.

Who We Are

Samsung HME America (Healthcare and Medical Equipment) is Samsung’s U.S. medical imaging organization, delivering advanced diagnostic solutions across Ultrasound, Digital Radiography, and Computed Tomography. We lead nationwide sales, marketing, service, and distribution of Samsung’s imaging technologies, partnering with healthcare providers to strengthen diagnostic capabilities, streamline clinical workflows, and support better patient care. Samsung HME America also serves as the global manufacturing center for Samsung’s mobile Computed Tomography (mCT) business, leading the development of advanced CT systems used by healthcare providers worldwide.

Backed by Samsung Electronics’ global technology leadership, our teams work closely with clinicians to translate real-world challenges into innovative imaging solutions. Our culture combines a sense of urgency, customer focus, and clinical collaboration to advance the future of medical imaging.

Role Description

Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of medical image reconstruction, processing, visualization algorithms for medical imaging products. Optimize performance of algorithms for product platforms. Work in a cross-disciplinary and cross-functional team of engineers, clinical application specialists, product managers, manufacturing engineers, and field service engineers to design, develop, and support customer-centric medical imaging products. Participate in customer engagement to collecting unmet user needs. Design and execute scientific studies to evaluate and benchmark technologies and publish scientific and clinical results. 

Key duties and responsibilities, other duties may be assigned:

• Design and optimize medical image reconstruction, processing, and visualization algorithms. 
• Contribute to qualitative and quantitative assessment of image quality. 
• Independently own and lead imaging software and algorithm development projects through all phases: requirements, design, implementation, verification, release, and field service support, including planning, scheduling, and risk management. 
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, including design and code reviews and guidance on best practices. 
• Drive complex technical decisions and trade-offs with broad impact on product and team direction, and communicate rationale and status to cross-functional stakeholders and management. 
• Work individually and as part of team of imaging engineers, software engineers, and system engineers in support of the entire R&D and the overall business. 
• Participate in clinical studies. 
• Update system documentation per product release.

Qualifications and Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• PhD, MSc, or BS in Computer Science, Medical Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or other related discipline. 
• 5+ years of clinical or industrial experience in a medical imaging field with a PhD, 7+ years with a Master's degree, or 10+ years with a Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated experience independently owning and leading imaging software or algorithm projects from requirements through release
• Experience providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers
• Proven project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and risk management

Computer & Analytic Skills

• 6+ years of C/C++/Python programming experience
• 6+ years of experience with image reconstruction, pre-processing, and artifact reduction algorithms
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), software architecture, and object-oriented design
• Working knowledge of the DICOM standard and medical imaging data formats
• Experience developing and deploying software in Linux environments (Windows experience also a plus)
• Experience with statistical analysis and applying results to inform algorithm and design decisions
• Familiarity with additional development tools such as Python scientific libraries (NumPy, SciPy), Git/version control, unit testing frameworks (e.g., pytest), and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent verbal, written and computer-based communication skills 

Competencies

• High attention to detail
• Understanding of terminology and ability to share and communicate effectively within the group
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks resulting in consistent productivity
• Ability to function within and support a team environment and build strong working relationships
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to meet accuracy and productivity goals
• Good problem solving skills, ability to evaluate situation and prioritize factors in decision making
• Self-motivated, utilize available resources for self-improvement and developmentExcellent analytical and critical thinking skills 
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision, take charge of projects and work effectively in a demanding, fast paced environment
• Flexible: able to follow directives and accomplish tasks outside of normal duties  

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds
• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; and talk or hear
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
• Required to wear dosimeter when in direct contact with radiation emitting devices.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Medical (Blue Benefit Administrators): 5 PPO Plans (with up to 95% employer contribution)
• Dental (Blue Cross Blue Shield): 2 PPO Plans (with up to 80% employer contribution)
• Vision (Blue Cross Blue Shield): 100% company paid
• Short/Long Term Disability, Life & AD&D (The Standard): 100% company paid
• 401k Retirement (Fidelity): 100% company match up to 5%
• Tax Deferred Health Care Savings Programs
• Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet, Legal, ID Theft 
• Generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more!

Inclusion and Diversity Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation, please contact Human Resources.