Data Science Lead
Core
Lead the development of physics-based algorithms for laser speckle and optical imaging systems to enable preventative healthcare diagnostics.
Role type
Senior Data Science Lead (Physics & Optical Imaging)
Builds
Production-ready algorithms for laser measurement systems integrated into Neko Health clinics and products.
Domain
Med-tech / Biophotonics / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Physics-based modelling and simulation, laser-based measurement techniques (laser speckle, doppler, OCT, interferometry, lidar FMCW, spectroscopy), software engineering for production deployment, hardware–software boundary expertise (sensor characterization, calibration pipelines), metrological and clinical validation methodologies
Preferred skills
Experience in clinical or regulated environments, med-tech or biophotonics R&D, mentoring engineers in high-growth organizations
Technologies
Python, C++, React, Typescript, C#, ASP.NET Core, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Active Directory
Responsibilities
Develop, verify, validate, and deploy physics-based algorithms for laser measurement systems; Collaborate cross-functionally with optical engineers, hardware developers, and clinical researchers; Deliver production-quality code and integrate algorithms into backend infrastructure; Design and execute calibration, validation, and noise characterisation methodologies; Mentor and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities