AI Research Engineer / Working in Japan - Medmain Inc.｜Meet.jobs

Non-Japanese speakers welcomed

The AI Research Engineer is expected to be familiar with current machine learning technologies and have experience with the design and implemention of AI applications for production. We are currently building up the development team to prepare for the product launch and recruiting the first core members. The team mainly consists of international group of staff in their 20's and 30's with an open environment.  

Why PidPort? 

Globally, there is a severe shortage of pathologists; doctors who specialize in visually analyzing samples from the tissues of a patient under a microscope to diagnose diseases and cancers. The turnaround time to obtain diagnostic results can take weeks, which causes tremendous mental stress to the patients and allows time for illnesses to worsen. With our AI-driven product, PidPort, pathologists can now obtain a pathologic diagnosis in approximately 30 seconds with a 98% diagnostic accuracy. Currently, we are expanding our organization and operations to prepare for the official launch of our product. In the future, we envision PidPort to become the leader in the pathology space for both developed and developing countries.

Awards

Live Sharks Tank '17 - First Prize Winner, San Francisco, U.S.A.

Latitude59 '18 - Estonia Awards, Estonia

NICT Entrepreneurs’ Challenge '18 - First Prize Winner (MIC Awards), Japan

NewsPicks "MAKEMONEY" '19 - First Prize Winner, Japan

Job Description

The AI Engineer is responsible for understanding the business problems, identifying/applying right AI or cognitive computing technologies to solve problems, and the formulation and commercial deployment of PidPort. Mainly handling to develop AI application and algorithm Work on the continuous improvement of the stability of the product and the ease of use from the user's point of view. Work on quality improvement from the engineering standpoint through code review and team work. We are aiming to expand the product globally and planning to implement, develop and architecture the product including localization.

Technology Used on Site

Language: Python

Framework: Tensorflow, Keras etc.,

Image processing: OpenCV etc.,

*As for tech stack, this is not a must. We would like to discuss and decide as a team.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experiences

• Machine learning research experience
• Computer vision expertise
• Strong Python coding skills
• Expertise in implementing deep learning models, especially for computer vision
• Knowledge of deep learning toolboxes
• Deep knowledge and experience about developing and evaluating machine learning models on a large scale
• Ability to communicate in English with team members

Desired Skills and Experiences

• PhD degree in computer science or related field, with the ability to develop interdisciplinary research and development
• Successful record of academic publications (international journals or top conferences) of computer vision, machine learning, or medical image computing. The hire will be responsible for keeping abreast of latest cognitive computing research and trends aligned with business needs

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Motivated in learning and exploring new technology
• Have intellectual curiosity and love for challenges
• Willing to solve world's social issues through IT and medical 
• High degree of ownership and accountability, and an ability to solve and deal with shades of grey 
• Enjoy creating new values as part of a team

Benefits

• Social Insurance (in JAPAN)
• Transportation Allowance (paid in accordance with company policy)
• Annual Leave (first year: 20 days, depending on the month of employment it will be calculated on a pro rata basis. Available from day one.）
• Annual General Checkup
• Language Learning Support (paid in accordance with company policy)
• Support in Obtaining Working Visa
• Relocation from Overseas Allowance

■Working Hours: Discretionary Working System for Professional Work (working hours are left to the employee's discretion）

■Holidays: Five-day Workweek System (Saturday, Sunday), National Holidays, 

                     New Year Holidays, Congratulations and Condolence Leave, Paid Leave

 *Total number of annual holidays are over 120 days.

■Location:  optional either in Fukuoka office or Tokyo office

■Screening Process: 

    Reviewing Application ⇒ Web Test ⇒ Interviews (1~2 times) ⇒ Final Interview ⇒ Job Offer

    * Candidates who have passed the resume screening will be notified by EMAIL about the 

       web test. 

    * Number of interviews may vary

    * Interviews can be conducted on Skype or other applications