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AI Engineer

Full-time
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Eden Terrace, Auckland (Hybrid)

Are you a passionate AI Engineer ready to make a ground-breaking improvement to patients' lives?

Formus Labs (winner of two NZ Hi Tech Awards in 2023) is leading the transformation of orthopaedics by empowering surgeons to individualise care worldwide. We automate biomechanics using cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence. If you thrive on combining deep expertise in AI/CV techniques with the drive to develop high-quality, compliant medical AI software, we want you on our team!

About the Role: What You'll Be Doing

We are seeking a nimble AI engineer, ideally with experience in medical image processing and reconstruction, to enhance our existing products and develop exciting new solutions.

Your pivotal responsibilities will include:

AI Computer Vision Technical Skill: Develop, train, and deploy state-of-the-art AI image processing models. This includes supporting orthopaedic surgeon needs around image segmentation, landmarking, and multi-dimensional reconstruction. You will manage continuous improvement of training datasets and stay current with the latest AI research.

Software Development & Delivery: Actively contribute to the codebase by developing robust and efficient AI/ML models, algorithms, and related software. You'll participate in all aspects of the AI/ML development lifecycle—from ideation and data exploration through to design, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.

Quality & Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities strictly adhere to our QualityManagement System (QMS), You will contribute to robust security-by-design principles, including threat modeling (e.g., STRIDE).

What You'll Bring

Education: Ideally Master’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field with a strong focus on artificial intelligence and 3D computer vision.

Technical Prowess: Deep expertise in Python and related AI/ML frameworks (e.g.,PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn). In-depth understanding and significant application experience in state-of-the-art AI computer vision techniques like gaussian splatting and neural rendering.

Highly Advantageous: A background in medical or health software, particularly withAI/ML applications in medical imaging or biomechanics, and/or experience with interactive 3D graphics.

Soft Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills,especially in translating complex AI/ML concepts to diverse audiences.

Personal attributes (aligned to our operating principles or values)

Talk Now

● Communicates early, openly, and respectfully — whether in person or on a call

● Listens with empathy and assumes positive intent

● Seeks out diverse perspectives and contributes candidly to discussions

● Engages directly with customers and teammates to understand real needs and stories

Act Today

● Bias toward action — makes decisions promptly and moves work forward with urgency

● Comfortable shipping, learning, and iterating quickly

● Handles ambiguity well and focuses on outcomes over perfection

● Collaborates constructively even when opinions differ

Back Ourselves

● Brings resilience, grit, and a “find a way” mindset

● Makes the most of available resources and embraces being scrappy when needed

● Supports teammates, especially through challenges or setbacks

● Takes pride in shared achievements and believes in the team’s ability to succeed on the global stage

Why Join Formus Labs?

For the right candidate, we offer an exceptional package:

● Competitive Salary

● Great stock options (ESOP) package

● Full health insurance for you and your immediate family

● Flexible, hybrid working environment

● Generous parental leave entitlements for both the primary and secondary caregiver

Ready to lead the future of orthopaedics with AI? Apply now to join our team!