Principal Advanced Algorithm Engineer - Electrophysiology

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

About the Role:

Boston Scientific has been a global medical technology leader for more than 35 years. Our mission is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the quality of patient care. The Waltham-based division is a small, dynamic, fast-growing part of Boston Scientific’s Electrophysiology Division with a highly talented team supporting the development of our EP portfolio. The high-resolution 3D maps of the electrical activity of the human heart provided by our cardiac mapping system are used by physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac arrhythmia. 

The Principal Advanced Algorithm Engineer will serve as a technical leader and strategic innovator in the design and development of novel algorithms and tools for cutting-edge medical applications in Cardiac Electrophysiology. This role requires not only deep technical expertise but also the ability to set vision and influence the future direction of Boston Scientific’s electrophysiology portfolio in the mapping space. 

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the design and development of advanced processing algorithms applied to complex biological signals, ensuring scalability, robustness, and clinical relevance. 

• Drive feasibility validation and establish technical roadmaps for successful transfer to commercial integration. 

• Provide technical leadership within the Concept Development Team, mentoring engineers and guiding ideation, prototyping, and refinement of new algorithmic approaches. 

• Author and review high-quality technical documentation and ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering and algorithm development. 

• Influence cross-disciplinary collaboration (Hardware, Software, Systems, Mechanical Engineering) to maximize end-to-end solution value and accelerate innovation. 

• Define and articulate clinical feature value propositions in partnership with physicians, product managers, and regulatory teams. 

• Champion continuous improvement of development workflows, introducing advanced methodologies and tools to enhance efficiency and quality. 

• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced signal processing, and strategically integrate them into ongoing projects. 

• Represent Boston Scientific externally at conferences, technical forums, and collaborations with academic and industry partners. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. 

• 7+ years of experience in product development within commercial or regulated environments, with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions. 

• Expert-level proficiency in C++ or MATLAB/Python (or equivalent) for prototyping, modeling, data analysis, and application development. 

• Proven expertise with modern source code management tools (Git required; AccuRev experience a plus). 

• Strong foundation in data structures, mathematics, applied statistics, and advanced optimization techniques. 

• Recognized domain expertise in medical applications, biomedical signal processing, or electrophysiology. 

• Visionary mindset with the ability to balance risk and opportunity, driving innovation in ambiguous and complex problem spaces. 

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, capable of influencing stakeholders and presenting technical strategies to executive leadership. 

• Demonstrated success in applying machine learning, inverse problems, and advanced modeling to real-world medical device challenges. 

• Track record of thought leadership, including publications, patents, or industry recognition in relevant fields 

Requisition ID: 619751 

Minimum Salary: $ 103700 

Maximum Salary: $ 197000 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.