R&D Engineer - Data Science (Pittsburgh, PA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

If you have a passion for working with cutting edge technology and the ability to work with AI experts on cutting-edge projects to develop next-generation AI applications for Smith+Nephew's orthopedics, wound care, or sports medicine products. Use your data science expertise to analyze data, develop models, and create interfaces for exploring and utilizing AI. Be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team that thrives under pressure and works to help patients live a Life Unlimited.

What will you be doing?

• Researching the latest generation of AI models to understand their capabilities and potential applications.

• Obtaining and cleaning training data sets to prepare them for use in training AI models.

• Developing feature encodings to extract meaningful information from the data.

• Coding and implementing machine learning methods to build and train AI models.

• Analyzing and validating models with statistical techniques to ensure their accuracy and effectiveness.

• Developing interfaces for exploring and utilizing AI to make it easy for others to use the models I develop.

• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

What will you need to be successful?

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s, degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.

• Master’s, or Doctoral degree in a relevant engineering discipline preferred.

• 1-3 years of experience using machine learning tools in an academic and/or job setting.

• Strong coding skills in Python, R, MATLAB, or similar data science coding languages.

• Familiarity with machine learning libraries such as Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, NumPy, Pandas, PyTorch, or Keras.

• Strong understanding of data analytic techniques and the ability to implement these approaches.

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate my findings and recommendations effectively.

• Thrive under pressure and be able to deliver results in a timely manner.

• Travel Requirements: up to 5%

You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. 

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- We are committed to welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).

• Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future:  401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  
  Work/Life Balance:  PTO, 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

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.