Smith & Nephew

R&D Software Engineer, AI & Computational Platforms

Smith & Nephew • $90K — $120K *
Pittsburgh, PA 15237In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 3 years of software engineering experience with Python proficiency.
  • Experience in scaling technical codebases beyond prototypes, including quality practices.
  • Knowledge of software architecture, modular design, and API development.
  • Familiarity with source control, CI/CD, containers, and cloud environments.
  • Able to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Build software solutions for AI and computational modeling projects.
  • Partner with data scientists and engineers to enhance code quality and maintainability.
  • Establish strong software engineering practices like code review and version control.
  • Develop software integrating algorithms and data processing into applications.
  • Support integration patterns connecting research outputs to engineering systems.
  • Set up Python development environments and improve reproducibility.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD and deployment practices.

Benefits

  • 401k Matching Program and Discounted Stock Options.
  • Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off and Paid Community Service Day.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account contributions.
  • Paid Holidays and Parental Leave offering.
  • Training through hands-on, customized mentorship programs.
  • Discounts on fitness clubs, travel, and other services.
Full Job Description
Are you excited by turning advanced technical ideas into robust, scalable software that makes a real impact? Join us as an R&D Engineer within our AI and Computational Platforms team, where your software engineering expertise will help accelerate innovation across artificial intelligence, computational modeling, and simulation initiatives in a collaborative, purpose driven environment.

What will you be doing?
  • Building software solutions that support AI and computational modeling and simulation projects, including proof of concept applications, internal tools, APIs, and technical workflows.
  • Partnering with data scientists, computational modelers, engineers, and cross functional stakeholders to improve code quality, structure, testing, documentation, and maintainability.
  • Establishing and promoting strong software engineering practices such as modular design, code review, version control, and development standards.
  • Developing software that integrates algorithms, models, simulation workflows, and data processing pipelines into usable applications and services.
  • Supporting integration patterns that connect research outputs with broader engineering and product-oriented systems.
  • Setting up and supporting Python development environments, dependency management, packaging workflows, and installers to improve reproducibility and ease of use.
  • Collaborating with platform and DevOps teams, applying familiarity with CI CD, containerization, and deployment practices.
  • Applying appropriate quality, security, and compliance minded practices within an enterprise and regulated medical technology environment.


What will you need to be successful?
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 3 years of professional software engineering experience, with strong proficiency in Python.
  • Experience improving and scaling technical codebases beyond one off prototypes, including testing, documentation, and readiness for broader engineering handoff.
  • Knowledge of software architecture, modular design, API development, and integration patterns.
  • Familiarity with modern software delivery practices such as source control, CI CD, containers, and cloud environments.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and cross functional teams.


You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
  • Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
  • Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
  • Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
  • Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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About Smith & Nephew

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology company headquartered in London, England. The company designs, manufactures, and sells medical devices and products for orthopedic reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma. Smith & Nephew operates in more than 100 countries and employs over 17,500 people worldwide. The company was founded in 1856 by Thomas James Smith and his nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Smith & Nephew's products include joint replacement systems, wound care products, and surgical instruments. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more about Smith & Nephew
Size
17,500 employees
Market Cap
$11.5 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$448 million
5 Year Trend
+2.2%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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