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Incytes Medical Corp. At Sonic Incytes, theproductdevelopment team

plays an integral role in shaping our product and satisfying our

customers needs. This role focuses on developing and refining

signal processing and image reconstruction algorithms tailored for

accurate and reliable quantitative ultrasound measurements.

Reporting to the Director, Product Development, the Lead Research

and Development Engineer will lead, and collaborate with,

cross-functional agile teams to drive the design, development, and

deployment of innovative features and advanced solutions that

address complex user and product challenges. This role is

instrumental in shaping the technical direction of Sonic Incytes'

products through hands-on development, system architecture,

strategic planning, testing, documentation, and launch. The Lead

Research & Development Engineer drives end-to-end problem

solving across algorithm development, hardware, firmware, and

software systems. This role is focused on translating complex

technical challenges into practical solutions through hands-on

experimentation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and iterative

design. The engineer leads the investigation, prototyping, and

refinement of new technologies while promoting rigorous engineering

standards, continuous integration, and automated testing to ensure

scalable, high-performance solutions. This role reports to the

Director of Product Development and is a hybrid position in

Vancouver, BC. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and

optimization of signal processing, and quantitative imaging

algorithms. Drive system-level integration across hardware,

firmware, and software to enable accurate and robust quantitative

ultrasound measurements. Design and oversee experimental validation

studies using phantoms and in vivo data to assess performance and

reliability. Collaborate with clinical, product, and QA / RA teams to

translate research outcomes into deployable features and meet

regulatory requirements. Support root cause analysis and iterative

refinement for imaging quality, real-time performance, and system

stability. Stay current with academic and industry advances in

ultrasound physics, medical imaging, and signal processing.

Qualifications and Experience Master’s or PhD in Biomedical

Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related

field with a focus on medical imaging or signal processing. 7+

years of R&D experience in Physics, Electronics and / or

Ultrasound. Proficiency in C++ and / or Python; experience with

MATLAB is a plus. Hands-on experience with embedded systems and

real-time firmware. Strong knowledge of ultrasound physics,

transducer technology, and system calibration techniques. Proven

ability to lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept

through to deployment. Familiarity with ISO 13485, IEC 62304, or

other medical device development standards is an asset. About Sonic

Incytes Sonic Incytes is committed to enhancing patient care

through innovative diagnostic solutions. The company's flagship

product, VELACUR, equips physicians with an advanced liver imaging

tool to combat the growing epidemic of fatty liver disease. VELACUR

is an AI guided 3D S-WAVE ultrasound elastography device that

measures liver stiffness and attenuation, the two key indicators of

fatty liver disease. Compensation : Competitive

Salary :

Between $100,000 and $170,000 per

annum, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive Health

Benefits :

We provide medical, dental, vision,

life, and disability insurance starting from day one. Paid

Vacation :

Receive 3 weeks of paid vacation

annually. Employee Stock-Option

Plan :

Participate in our rewarding employee

stock-option award plan. Why Should you Join Sonic Incytes? Rare

opportunity to join a company actively making a difference for

patients who are afflicted with chronic liver disease, an emerging

global health crisis. Join an energetic and diverse team who are

endlessly curious and wildly passionate about what we do. A chance

to work within a fast-paced, growing start-up company with lots of

opportunities for personal and professional development. We are

proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a

diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We believe that diverse

perspectives drive innovation and success. All qualified applicants

will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,

color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national

origin, disability, or veteran status. Are you wanting to have a

positive impact and up for a new challenge? If yes, we want to hear

from you! Due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected

for an interview will be contacted. For more information abou