Sr. AI Engineer at Danaher Corporation in Washington DC, United States

Job description

• The Sr. AI Engineer, Device Intelligence will be a key member of the Danaher Autonomous and Intelligent Labs team, reporting to its Vice President. This new role is instrumental in the implementation of cutting-edge AI systems that leverage data created by Danaher devices to extract meaningful insights and dramatically improve user experience, with the goal of upleveling Danaher's devices across Life Sciences, Diagnostics and Biotechnology sectors. This position is remote in Eastern US.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the VP and the broader team to develop Enterprise grade capabilities and platforms enable the creation of intelligent instruments and autonomous labs.
• Design and implement advanced AI systems, including next-generation multi-level and multi-domain agentic systems, to enhance instrument intelligence and lab automation, upleveling user capabilities.
• Work closely with cross-functional and cross company teams to translate product concepts into concrete AI architectures, ensuring alignment with product success criteria and measurable KPIs.
• Lead the technical implementation of AI projects of notable complexity, involving multiple functions and typically spanning multi-quarter timelines.
• Drive innovation in the AI software stack, focusing on maximizing value extraction from instruments for customers through AI systems. Collaborate with business stakeholders, technical experts, and subject matter experts to build comprehensive AI roadmaps for imaging products across various verticals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, automation, life sciences or a related field. An advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant area (i.e. Neural Networks, Foundation Model, Agentic Workflows, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Robotics) is preferred.
• Long standing experience in the Life Science, Diagnostics, Biotechnology or Tech Industry, including multiple years of experience with Agentic Systems, LLMs, Automation, Robotics, and/or Multimodal AI. Demonstrable expertise with at least 3 of the following: convolutional neural networks, foundation models, vector databases, AI evaluation methods, RAG approaches, agentic frameworks, robotics.
• Proven track record of successful end-to-end implementation of AI projects in imaging applications, particularly in life sciences or healthcare domains.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python or C++, and extensive experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Including the use of genAI and agentic systems for coding. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and familiarity with hardware acceleration technologies (e.g. TPUs, GPUs, ARM-CPUs).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and align AI development with product goals and roadmaps.
• Experience with regulatory processes, especially for medical devices and AI/ML-based software as a medical device (SaMD).
• Familiarity with quality management systems and standards relevant to the life sciences and diagnostics industries.
• Knowledge of instrument control mechanisms and how they integrate with AI systems for enhanced automation.

Skills

Required

• Agentic Systems
• LLMs
• Automation
• Robotics
• Multimodal AI
• Convolutional neural networks
• Foundation models
• Vector databases
• AI evaluation methods
• RAG approaches
• Agentic frameworks
• Python or C++

Benefits

• Danaher 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 Danaher Benefits Info.
• At Danaher, we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.
• The annual salary range for this role is $135,000 - $180,000. 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.
• 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.