Manager of Data Science and Algorithms

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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:
The Manager of Data Science and Algorithms leads a talented team of data scientists and engineers dedicated to building best-in-class data products that improve patient outcomes. In addition to leading the team, this individual collaborates cross-functionally with R&D, product marketing, software development, clinical research, IT, regulatory, health economics and reimbursement, and quality teams. The ideal candidate embraces innovation and a customer-centered mindset and is confident making data-driven decisions under uncertainty across multiple simultaneous product development initiatives. They serve as a subject matter expert for the team, championing new tools, methods, and technologies while fostering a culture of growth, development, and technical excellence.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and grow data science talent and technical expertise within the team.
• Lead functional deliverables, ensuring technical excellence in product and algorithm development.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and approval for technical strategies, roadmaps, and approaches.
• Lead technical advancement initiatives and mature internal processes and procedures related to data science.
• Champion ongoing intellectual property generation by both self and team members.
• Motivate, mentor, and support staff in achieving career development goals.
• Ensure effective staffing and support for data product and algorithm development from concept through production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data products and algorithms into the broader product portfolio
•  Represent the team in presentations and technical reviews with clinicians and external stakeholders.
• Manage team budget, resources, and schedules to meet department objectives.
• Contribute to overall department strategy and planning.
• Lead efforts to define and implement data governance models, especially for sensitive health data (PII/PHI).
• Support external partnerships and collaborations involving data development and research.

Required qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software, Biomedical or Neuro Engineering, Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience building algorithms and/or data products from early concept through production.
• Experience with neuromodulation systems.
• Experience in clinical studies, including data collection design, analysis, and publication.
• Experience defining data collection methodologies and analyzing data from digital applications and IoT devices.
• Experience working with data from regulated medical products, including digital health and implantable devices.
• Proven experience creating and implementing data governance models for health data that may include PII/PHI.
• Experience in setting direction and goals for data scientists, analysts, and data engineers.
• Demonstrated ability to define and prioritize needs for data products.
• Experience managing external data-related collaborations and partnerships.
• Experience with AWS cloud computing tools.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred qualifications:

• PhD in Computer Science, Software, Biomedical or Neuro Engineering, Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a management or team leadership role.
• Experience delivering scalable data products in a healthcare or regulated environment.
• Background in clinical or scientific research.
• Strong analytical skills and a demonstrated commitment to data-driven decision-making.
• Hands-on coding experience with Python, R, or similar languages.
• Track record of fostering collaborations between academia and industry, including publications and grant writing.
• Strong public speaking skills with the ability to present to scientific and medical audiences.

Requisition ID: 619008

Minimum Salary: $99100 

Maximum Salary: $188300 

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.