Employment Computer Vision Software Engineer

Company Overview

Auxogyn, Inc. is a privately held company that is revolutionizing the field of reproductive medicine by translating scientific discoveries in early embryo development into effective clinical tools. The Company's flagship product, the Eeva™ Test, is designed to improve embryo selection by providing clinicians with objective information to more confidently select embryo(s) for transfer to help achieve better IVF outcomes. Eeva's proprietary software automatically analyses embryo development against scientifically and clinically validated cell-division parameters discovered by researchers at Stanford University, shown to be predictive of the embryo's developmental potential.

Eeva received CE mark in July 2012 and is currently available for use in the European Union. The Eeva Test is pending FDA clearance and is limited to investigational use only in the United States.

Auxogyn is privately held and funded by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Merck Serono Ventures, SR One and TPG Biotech.

Position Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Computer Vision Software Engineer to join our innovative team of engineers and scientists. This is a unique opportunity to develop and launch ground breaking technology.

This position is responsible to research, analyze, investigate, develop, implement and validate advanced computer vision based algorithms and analysis software to predict embryo viability from time lapse imaging of live cell human embryos.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Research, design, implement, and validate algorithms and software solutions related to segmentation, shape modeling, robust tracking, probabilistic and graph based methods for image understanding and inference.
  • Work with the software engineering and test teams to implement algorithms from prototype to product release.
  • Work with other engineers and scientists as well as cross functionally with biomedical, clinical, marketing, quality and regulatory experts to identify key areas of clinical and customer value to develop new algorithms, technologies and intellectual property.
  • Work closely with the software and test teams to transfer, productize and test computer vision algorithms and related software from initial prototype through full product life cycle.
  • Work with marketing and quality teams to improve customer experience and product performance.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and/or Job Experience

  • M.S. in Computer Science or related field with minimum 3-5 years related experience or a recent Ph.D.
  • Demonstrated experience in computer vision; preferably with application in medical or life sciences
  • Knowledge of vision fundamentals, such as segmentation, tracking, shape modeling, detection, probabilistic inference, and image understanding
  • Strong Matlab programming expertise; experience with ITK and OpenCV desired
  • Proficiency and interest in software engineering including object-oriented design and C++/C# using source control and bug tracking systems.
  • Experience and knowledge in cutting edge machine learning and big data a great plus

Demonstrated Personal Characteristics

Candidate must be driven to deliver results with the ability to establish rapport, earn trust, and effectively collaborate with others. Essential attributes of the successful candidate is one who:

  • Is Action Oriented:
    • Motivated by results
    • Full of energy when faced with challenges
    • Able to make and implement tough decisions
    • “Proactive” as opposed to “reactive”
  • Deals with Ambiguity:
    • Can be flexible and adaptable in a complex, changing environment
    • Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty
  • Works Collaboratively:
    • Practices attentive and active listening
    • Has the patience to hear people out and to search for constructive input
  • Exemplifies Interpersonal Savvy and Integrity:
    • Relates well to all kinds of people—both inside and outside the company
    • Builds constructive and effective relationships
    • Uses diplomacy and tact
    • Adheres to an appropriate set of core values and beliefs
    • Always acts with uncompromising integrity

We offer a competitive compensation package including health insurance, stock options and a challenging work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates please send your resume to [email protected].

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