Machine Learning Engineer

Zest Business Group Ltd
Cambridge
1 year ago
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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

  • Join one of the fastest growing HealthTech start-ups which is revolutionizing patient pathways in healthcare.
  • Leading experts in the mission to provide the highest level of clinical care.
  • State-of-the-art software platform improving the way patient conditions are diagnosed and treated.

Do you have a background in Machine Learning and are seeking new opportunities to have a significant impact on the accessibility of treatments in healthcare? Zest Scientific recruitment is partnered with an exciting HealthTech start-up which has developed an AI- driven platform to drastically improve patient pathways. We are seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to join a small but innovative engineering team where you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of their technology. You will design and implement algorithms and liaise closely with the AI team to ultimately improve patient experience to ensureaccessible and affordable healthcare.

The Candidate:

  • A proven commercial background in software development, preferably Machine Learning with experience using Python.
  • BSc degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or related field with an understanding of Probability and Statistics.
  • An enterprising and creative professional with the ability to design and implement key elements to the platform.
  • Passionate about making a change and playing a significant role in improving the way patient conditions are diagnosed and treated.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to collaborate – working closely with the AI and Data Science team to help with project delivery.

The Role:

  • Apply Machine Learning to deliver reliable and state-of-the-art technology to ensure the development of the software platform.
  • Develop high-quality design and implementation of algorithms in conjunction with the AI and Data Scientist team.
  • Providing software engineering expertise in the design and implementation of AI and Machine Learning prototypes and platforms with the ability to comply with project plans.
  • Apply computer science fundamentals and data modelling to implement and design key AI elements to the platform.
  • Plan and implement full lifecycle software development ensuring this is in line with project plans and industry standards.

The Opportunity:

  • One of the UK’s fastest growing HealthTech start-ups which is revolutionizing patient pathways in healthcare.
  • Join an exciting and innovative team of industry leading experts in the mission to provide the highest level of clinical care.

Remuneration:
Highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience plus benefits. Zest Scientific is working to a strict deadline so in order to be considered for this opportunity please apply now and your application will be reviewed immediately.

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