Job Description

JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR, HEALTH AI ENGINEERING LOCATION: Noida / Delhi India (Relocation package available for outstation candidate) Cancard Inc and Advaa Health are seeking an experienced, engaged, and hands-on, AI technologist with digital health and US EHR experience for the role of Director, Software Engineer - Computer Vision and Edge AI. This role will be pivotal in driving development, launch, and successfully commercializing an innovative portfolio of AI based digital healthcare products for global markets. Cancard Inc has been a multi-technology company based in Markham (Toronto) since 1989. Both Cancard and its sister company, Advaa Health, are at the forefront of transforming primary healthcare through technological innovation. Our mission is to empower primary care physicians with state-of-the-art digital tools and solutions that streamline their practices and significantly reduce administrative burdens and operational costs. Amidst increasing paperwork and complex administrative tasks faced by healthcare professionals, we serve as a key partner, enabling physicians to focus on patient care. Our healthcare product portfolio leverages cutting-edge technologies in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing to offer seamless, intuitive, and cost-effective solutions. By integrating our systems, primary care practices can enhance patient engagement, optimize appointment scheduling, automate billing and coding processes, and access comprehensive patient health records in real-time. These advancements not only improve the quality of care provided but also contribute to a significant reduction in overhead costs. As we continue to innovate at the intersection of technology and healthcare, our vision is to become the leading AI digital health company that revolutionizes primary care practices worldwide. We are dedicated to creating a future where healthcare is accessible, affordable, and above all, centered around the well-being of patients. This position offers a unique opportunity for senior AI technologist who are passionate about solving critical healthcare challenges to learn and grow within the company. The role provides direct experience and exposure to customers in the US, Canada, and other global markets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Lead Design and Development: Spearhead the architecture, design, and development of advanced healthcare applications using Java and Angular, focusing on crafting scalable and efficient solutions that meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. Apply best practices in software design patterns and coding standards to ensure the production of high-quality code. 2. Implementation of Healthcare Standards: Integrate and ensure compliance with healthcare interoperability standards, including HL7 (Health Level Seven) and FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources), to facilitate seamless data exchange and communication between different healthcare systems and applications. Work closely with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to understand clinical workflows and requirements, ensuring the developed solutions effectively address their needs. 3. Microservice, AWS Cloud Design and Deployment: Design cloud-native solutions and migrate existing applications to AWS, leveraging a range of AWS services to optimize for performance, reliability, security, and cost. Implement robust security measures and data protection practices to safeguard sensitive healthcare information, adhering to HIPAA and other relevant regulations. 4. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders throughout the software development life cycle to gather requirements, refine features, and troubleshoot issues. Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, contributing to the continuous improvement of the teams processes and outputs. 5. Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Act as a mentor to junior developers, providing guidance and support in their professional development, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. Lead by example in adopting new technologies and methodologies, encouraging innovation and experimentation. 6. Continuous Learning and Improvement: Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in software engineering, healthcare technologies, and cloud computing, identifying opportunities to apply new tools and techniques to improve the product and development process. Initiate and lead efforts to improve code quality, performance, and scalability through code reviews, refactoring, and optimization. 7. Quality Assurance and Security Compliance: Work closely with the QA team to ensure the developed applications meet quality standards and user expectations through comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Ensure applications comply with industry-standard security practices, conducting regular security assessments and addressing vulnerabilities promptly. 8. Project Leadership: Take ownership of projects from inception to deployment, managing timelines, resources, and risks effectively to ensure timely delivery of projects. Communicate project status, challenges, and achievements to stakeholders, facilitating transparency and alignment across the organization. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java and Angular. 5 years of Computer Vision, Edge AI and Deep Learning Product Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Computer Vision and AI based product development. Extensive experience with real-time image processing and edge AI solutions, particularly in deploying AI models directly onto edge devices. Proven track record in developing and commercializing products, especially those integrating advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies. AI EDGE Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and use of AI frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and OpenCV. Demonstrated experience with Nvidia Jetson platforms for edge computing applications involving AI. Hands-on experience in integrating and managing IoT sensors and devices in a networked environment, with a focus on real-time data processing and analytics. Must have experience of developing, launching, and managing healthcare cloud-based products in production. Understanding of healthcare interoperability standards, including HL7 and FHIR. Proven experience in developing and deploying applications on AWS cloud, including services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudFormation. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation). Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead projects and mentor team members. Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment. WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working hours and remote work options. A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The chance to work on meaningful projects that have a real impact on healthcare. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples or project portfolios to pooja@cancard.com. In your cover letter, explain why you're interested in this role and how your background and experience make you a perfect fit for our team.