Sr. AI/Data Science Engineer

Medtronic•Lafayette, CO

3d•$138,400 - $207,600

About The Position

The Senior AI/Data Science Engineer will work within Medtronic’s Cranial and Spinal Technologies Research & Technology organization, as part of the Robotics and Navigation Technology Development Center. The center evaluates emerging technologies, conducts early-stage feasibility research, and develops next-generation capabilities that may support surgical navigation, imaging, robotics, and artificial intelligence-driven solutions. The role is part of a multidisciplinary team working across artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, medical imaging, and navigation technologies. The position investigates complex technical challenges and develops AI-driven solutions for early-stage research and technology development. Its focus includes algorithm innovation, experimentation, proof-of-concept development, and technical feasibility assessment in medical imaging, surgical navigation, robotics, and image-guided procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
Experience with Python and SQL.
Experience developing and evaluating AI, machine learning, or statistical models.
Experience in machine learning, data analysis, and algorithm development.
Experience using computing frameworks, data analysis platforms, or modeling environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with generative AI, large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or agentic AI concepts.
Experience with deep learning, computer vision, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
Experience with medical imaging, surgical navigation, robotics, or image-guided procedures.
Experience with registration, calibration, localization, tracking, or coordinate frame transformations.
Experience in healthcare, medical technology, or regulated technical environments.

Responsibilities

Conduct research to identify, evaluate, and validate artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI approaches.
Develop algorithms and proof-of-concept solutions to assess technical feasibility and future application opportunities.
Analyze structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data using statistical modeling and machine learning techniques.
Design experiments, establish evaluation criteria, and benchmark algorithm performance.
Develop software and analytical tools that support data processing, model development, and technical investigations.
Apply AI and computer vision methods to imaging, navigation, robotics, and image-guided procedure applications.
Collaborate with research, engineering, and clinical stakeholders to define technical problems and communicate findings.
Document research activities, experimental results, and technical recommendations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Life insurance and long-term disability leave for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Dependent daycare spending account and tuition assistance/reimbursement for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Simple Steps global well-being program for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Incentive plans for regular employees.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Short-term disability.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums.
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums.