Abbott

Staff AI/ML Engineer

Abbott • $99K — $198K *
Westford, MA 01886In-Person
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field focusing on AI/ML.
  • 7+ years of industry experience in machine learning, deep learning, or computer vision solutions (or 4+ years with Ph.D.).
  • Strong expertise in deep learning architectures, particularly for image analysis.
  • Proven experience in developing semantic segmentation, object detection, and image analysis algorithms.
  • Proficient in Python with experience in ML frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Experience in designing experiments and applying statistical methods for model validation.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and deploy machine learning and deep learning models for OCT image applications.
  • Lead semantic segmentation algorithm development for vascular imaging.
  • Manage the end-to-end ML lifecycle, from data preparation to deployment.
  • Collaborate with clinical and validation teams to define meaningful outputs and validation methods.
  • Develop algorithms for diverse patient populations and imaging conditions.
  • Optimize models for real-time or near-real-time deployment environments.
  • Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art ML approaches like self-supervised learning and generative AI.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge medical imaging technology.
  • Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, enhancing professional growth.
  • Contribution to advancements in healthcare through AI solutions.
  • Involvement in the entire product development lifecycle.
  • Professional development opportunities in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Overview

Abbott Vascular is seeking a Staff AI/ML Engineer to develop advanced machine learning solutions for optical coherence tomography (OCT)-based intravascular imaging systems. This role will focus on developing robust, clinically relevant algorithms to automatically identify and characterize key anatomical and interventional features. The successful candidate will translate cutting-edge AI research into scalable, high-performance solutions integrated into regulated medical device products. The role requires close collaboration with clinical, imaging, software, and systems engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop and deploy machine learning and deep learning models for clinical applications including image segmentation, feature detection, classification and quantitative analysis of OCT images.
  • Lead the development of advanced semantic segmentation algorithms for OCT-based vascular imaging applications.
  • Own end-to-end ML lifecycle, including data preparation, annotation strategies, model development, training, validation, performance optimization, and deployment.
  • Collaborate with clinical and V&V teams to define clinically meaningful outputs, evaluation metrics, and validation methodologies.
  • Develop algorithms capable of robust performance across diverse patient populations, imaging conditions, and clinical use cases.
  • Optimize models for real-time or near-real-time inference in embedded or product environments.
  • Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art machine learning approaches, including foundation models, self-supervised learning, and generative AI techniques where appropriate.
  • Contribute to software architecture, code reviews, and engineering best practices to ensure scalable and maintainable AI solutions.
  • Generate technical documentation supporting design controls, verification, validation, risk management, and regulatory submissions.

Required Qualifications
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on AI/ML.
  • 7+ years of industry experience developing machine learning, deep learning, or computer vision solutions, or 4+ years of relevant industry experience with a PhD.
  • Strong expertise in deep learning architectures and modern machine learning approaches for image analysis, including convolutional neural networks and vision transformers
  • Proven experience developing semantic segmentation, object detection, classification, and image analysis algorithms.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or equivalent.
  • Experience designing experiments, evaluating model performance, and applying statistical methods for model validation.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate research concepts into prototype and production-quality software solutions.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with OCT, IVUS, CT, MRI or other medical imaging modalities, including multi-modal image registration techniques.
  • Understanding of OCT imaging principles, image formation physics, and common imaging artifacts.
  • Experience developing AI/ML solutions for 3D volumetric, temporal, longitudinal or sequential imaging datasets.
  • Experience with foundation models, generative AI, self-supervised learning, multimodal learning, or other advanced AI approaches applied to medical imaging.
  • Expertise in model deployment and optimization for real-time or near-real-time inference using technologies such as ONNX, TensorRT, TorchScript, or equivalent frameworks.
  • Experience establishing scalable MLOps workflows, including data and model versioning, experiment tracking, continuous integration/deployment, and production ML pipelines.
  • Familiarity with medical device software development processes in regulated environments, including FDA regulations, design controls, V&V, and AI/ML-related FDA guidelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate research-grade algorithms into robust, production-ready solutions for clinical or commercial applications.


The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 - $198,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Research and Discovery

DIVISION:
AVD Vascular

LOCATION:
United States > Massachusetts > Westford : 4 Robbins Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 15 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
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