National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) · 7 hours ago
Deep Learning Software Engineer
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expThe National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) is seeking a Deep Learning Software Developer to support projects at the Applied Clinical Informatics Branch. This role involves applying deep learning techniques to biomedical images and clinical data for decision-making and prediction, focusing on retinal disease detection and progression.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Develop deep learning models to support clinical decision-making for retinal diseases using retinal images, genomic data, and clinical records
Develop algorithms for disease detection, severity classification, and longitudinal progression prediction, focusing on retinal diseases as well as organ-transplant and COVID-19 patient data
Build and optimize deep learning tools for deployment on Android/iOS/Web-based platforms
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in a relevant field, or M.S. with 3+ years, or B.S. with 5+ years of relevant experience in image analysis and deep learning
Proven experience writing manuscripts or papers for journals and conferences
Extensive experience with medical image processing, data analysis, and classification techniques
Expertise in developing custom deep learning workflows, including visualizing activations
Strong understanding of machine learning techniques, including Support Vector Machines (SVM), Multilayer Perceptron (MLP), and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)
Proficiency in Decision Tree algorithms such as Random Forest, XGBoost, and LightGBM
Experience in statistical analysis of experimental results
Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments
Hands-on experience with high-performance GPU clusters and multi-GPU setups for deep learning tasks
Expertise in programming with Python, Keras, and PyTorch
Strong organizational and time management skills, with flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities
Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to both collaborate and work independently
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document projects and provide regular status reports
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver results in a timely manner
Preferred
Experience in developing Android, iOS, or web applications is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401k plan with employer contribution
Paid holidays
Vacation
Tuition reimbursement
Company
National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Official account of the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eugene Yaschenko
Chief Technology Officer
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