Staff Algorithm Developer - Onsite

This position is part of the R&D Systems - Firmware Engineering and will be in Sunnyvale, California. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

The Staff Algorithm Development Engineer is responsible for working on projects that involve optimized embedded implementation in C for advanced signal processing algorithms, mathematical modeling, global optimization, simulation, statistical methods, and data analysis. This role includes the development of embedded software on ARM architecture within both Linux and real-time operating system environments. As a key contributor to the firmware engineering team, the engineer will lead the development of firmware and embedded software for commercial products as well as in-house research initiatives. Success in this position requires excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Onboard under the guidance of a Principal Algorithm Development Engineer to gain expertise in Cepheid’s signal-processing and Image processing -based embedded application. Take ownership as a key contributor for enhancements and new feature development.

• Refactor existing signal processing and image processing application logic to increase maintainability and portability and translate into Python that can efficiently execute on embedded processors and generate equivalent results.

• Apply AI and machine-learning as necessary to improve existing algorithms.

• Build mathematical models using discrete filters, statistical methodology and signal processing algorithms to process biomedical sensor data.

• Work with cross-discipline teams on new product introduction projects while adhering to software development , source control processes and document software requirements and detailed design.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or electrical Engineering with 8+ years relevant experience or master’s degree in computer science or electrical Engineering with 6+ years relevant experience or doctoral degree with 3+ years relevant experience in real-time embedded systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience to perform at this level.

• Experienced MATLAB, Python, C, C++ programmer with experience in real-time / embedded system design, debug, and testing in an Embedded Linux / RTOS environment.

• Experience in developing embedded applications for ARM, X86 architectures is required.

• Experience in developing digital signal processing, and image processing applications.

• Experience in developing applications using advanced deep learning and machine learning algorithms.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Comfortable working in multi-disciplinary environments.

• Medical device or regulated industry experience

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

The annual salary range for this role is $190,000 - $210,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. #L1-WT1

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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