Sr. AI/Data Science Engineer

Primary 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.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in a related field. 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.

Preferred Qualifications: 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. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. U.S. Work Authorization & SponsorshipAt Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business