ZEISS

Medical Technology

SignalProcessing&AlgorithmsEngineer-OCT

Halifax, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Signal Processing & Algorithms Engineer - OCT at ZEISS. Skills: Signal Processing, Algorithm Development, OCT, Image Reconstruction. Develop, optimize, and implement algorithms. Convert raw optical data to images”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver high-value solutions; Meet specifications, timelines, and budgetary targets; Consistently exceed customer expectations

Industry & Context.

Medical Technology
Problems you'll solve

Solutions-oriented mindset; Exceptional troubleshooting and debugging capabilities; Demonstrated ability to resolve complex technical challenges

Eligibility Requirements

Occasional travel may be required to other ZEISS locations, Onsite work in Halifax office during regular hours is essential

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Degree in software engineering, physics, computer science, or related field, Minimum of five years in a signal processing-focused role, Working knowledge of optical systems and interferometry, Proficiency in C++, Proficiency in CUDA, Proficiency in Python/MATLAB, Exceptional troubleshooting and debugging capabilities, Proficiency in English

Nice to Have

advanced degree, experience in OCT, optical/computational imaging, or related medical imaging field, Swept Source OCT familiarity, Familiarity with medical device regulations, basic German language skills

What You'll Do.

and implement algorithms

Convert raw optical data to images

Spearhead interdisciplinary projects

Design OCT signal processing algorithms

Validate OCT signal processing algorithms

Enhance phase-sensitive OCT algorithms

Develop analysis pipelines

Optimize for real-time execution

Create technical documentation

Maintain technical documentation

Support verification and validation

Coordinate with engineering teams

Engage with vendors and regulatory bodies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner closely with colleagues in R&D, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and marketing; Work collaboratively within global, interdisciplinary teams; Foster a cooperative, productive work environment; Convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences; Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering; Coordinate with project and product management; Coordinate with purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and marketing teams

Communication Scope

Clearly conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Process & Methodology

Contribute in project planning, Contribute in project execution, Timeline estimations, Cost estimations

Full Job Description

**About Us:** **How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 180 years?** Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 46,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! **Location:** Halifax, NS **Language Requirement:** Proficiency in English is required. **What’s the role?** Join ZEISS Meditec- AudioOptics as a Signal Processing & Algorithms Engineer and become an integral part of our pioneering ETP R&D hub in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and adaptable professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven by innovation. If you have a solutions-oriented mindset and a commitment to advancing medical technology through exceptional design and implementation, this role is perfect for you. As a Signal Processing & Algorithms Engineer specializing in Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), you will leverage your engineering expertise to develop, optimize, and implement algorithms to convert raw optical interference data into high-resolution 2D and 3D images that consistently exceed customer expectations. You will spearhead interdisciplinary projects of varying complexity, ensuring that deliverables meet specifications, timelines, and budgetary targets. Your work will encompass the design, optimization, and validation OCT signal processing and image reconstruction algorithms. **Sound Interesting?** **Here’s what you’ll do:** * **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partn

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