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

at  Smith Nephew

R&D Engineer - Data Science
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?

• Education: 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+ 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.

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: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, 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!

Smith+Nephew is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith+Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward.
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.
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• 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