Senior Algorithm Engineer
Key Skills
Job Description
What You’ll Do At Elekta As a Senior Algorithm Engineer, you will help advance oncology imaging and treatment solutions by solving complex medical imaging challenges and translating research into product-ready innovations. Working with research scientists, software engineers and cross-functional stakeholders, you will apply expertise in medical imaging, machine learning and high-performance software development across areas such as image registration, image segmentation, motion tracking and image-based informatics. Your work will support Elekta’s product roadmap and contribute to more precise and personalized cancer care. Responsibilities Develop algorithms and software solutions for complex medical imaging challenges in oncology, including registration, segmentation, motion tracking and image-based informatics. Design, build and evaluate research prototypes that can be translated into Elekta products and clinical workflows. Apply machine learning, deep learning, statistical methods and numerical optimization to 2D, 3D and 4D imaging problems. Collaborate with scientists, engineers and product stakeholders to define technical approaches, specifications and designs that support Elekta’s roadmap. Develop high-performance software in Python, C++, CUDA or other relevant technologies using appropriate development processes and methodologies. Partner with external research institutions, healthcare organizations and technology partners on evaluations and co-development activities, when required. Contribute to testing, validation, technical documentation, white papers and presentations for internal and external audiences. Stay current with scientific and technology developments, share expertise across Elekta and contribute to publications, intellectual property and patent activities where appropriate. What You’ll Bring Advanced knowledge of medical imaging, machine learning and/or computer vision, ideally applied to healthcare, oncology or another regulated environment. Strong programming skills, including development experience with Python and C++ using Visual Studio. Proficient with common scientific computing libraries such as ITK, VTK, NumPy, Scikit-Learn and Matplotlib, and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch and/or TensorFlow. Experienced in developing GPU based image processing algorithms and applications using CUDA. Practical knowledge of rigid and deformable image registration, image segmentation, motion tracking, statistical modelling, numerical optimization, and matrix and tensor algebra. Ability to solve complex technical problems independently, collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate scientific concepts clearly in writing and presentations. Experience developing imaging applications, plus either a PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Medical Physics or a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant software development and/or research experience, or a Master’s degree in a related discipline with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Additional Experience That May Be Helpful Experience with C#, .NET,OpenMP, OpenCL, and DICOM, as well as patent authorship or other intellectual property activities, may be beneficial. What You’ll Get A competitive benefits package aligned with local market practices and employment conditions. Specific benefits will vary depending on whether the role is based in Helsinki, Best or Crawley. The opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission: helping healthcare providers improve outcomes for cancer patients around the world. A truly international work environment, collaborating with colleagues across multiple countries and functions. The chance to work with innovative technology that impacts more than 2 million patients each year in over 130 countries. We believe that great ideas are built together. To support collaboration, team development, and innovation, this role is primarily office-based, with an expectation of working from the Elekta office at least four days per week. Application Process We look forward to receiving your application. Please submit your CV in English via the “Apply” button. We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Core Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate algorithms and high-performance software for oncology imaging, including image registration, segmentation, motion tracking, and image-based informatics. Collaborate with research, engineering, product, and external partners to translate prototypes into clinical products, and contribute to validation, documentation, publications, and intellectual property.
Requirements
Requires advanced expertise in medical imaging, machine learning, or computer vision; strong Python and C++ skills; and experience with scientific computing libraries, deep learning frameworks, and CUDA-based GPU development. Applicants need a PhD and at least five years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and at least ten years, along with practical knowledge of imaging algorithms and strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Benefits Package
About Elekta
Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Each year, millions of people hear the words no one wants to hear: "You have cancer." And behind each diagnosis lies a unique story, a family that deserves hope, a future that's worth fighting for. We know that no two treatment journeys are the same and delivering care is far from simple. It's complex, urgent, and deeply human. That’s why we don’t back down from challenges—we rise to them. From the smallest tumor change to the toughest clinical decisions, we see every obstacle as an opportunity to progress. That is what drives us. The people undergoing treatment. The clinicians providing the care. We are united in purpose. Together, we can create a world where every patient has access to the highest standard of care. This is our commitment because for everyone, it's personal. We are leading the innovation in personalized radiation therapy solutions. We are Elekta. Elekta reserves the right to remove any comment and to restrict access to its page at its sole discretion, without prior notice. The presence of user comments does not imply endorsement by Elekta, and Elekta makes no representations regarding the accuracy of such comments. User-generated content does not necessarily reflect the views, values, or positions of Elekta.