Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech startup from Munich, Germany. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Senior MRI Scientist

Starting date: January 2025
Compensation package: €70,000 - €75,000 in yearly salary, €20,000 - €40,000 in equity. Additionally up to € 5,000 p.a. in company benefits
Office location: Munich, Germany (on-site only)

Your role

You develop and build the next generation of our AI-powered MRI solutions, by implementing state-of-the-art methods to realize our vision of a fast, cheap, and simple MRI. Being part of our imaging team, you transform cutting-edge research into a breakthrough product. By leveraging your curiosity and excellent problem-solving skills, you unlock the next stage of our product development.

Your day-to-day

On a typical day you will

• Work in a multidisciplinary team developing AI-powered imaging products.

• Integrate  MRI software and hardware components into our software platform.

• Develop and integrate MRI components for multi-application solutions.

• Develop automation processes to test and maintain MRI product components.

• Ensure software reliability for multiple imaging applications.

Requirements

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

MRI Expertise

• You have hands-on experience with MR hardware and software.

• You have strong MRI physics and engineering knowledge.

• You have experience with MRI pulse sequence development.

• You have experience with real-time control of MRI scanners.

• You have a solid understanding of MRI data and reconstruction algorithms.

Coding and Data Fluency

• You have strong coding skills in Python and C/C++.

• You have a solid understanding of imaging data formats and pipelines.

• You have experience developing code collaboratively using version control.

• You have experience with CI/CD pipelines and testing practices.

• You appreciate the value of best practices for high-quality production code.

What makes you stand out from other candidates

Scientific Approach

• You can navigate complex contexts, and extract the core components of the problem at hand.

• You follow a data-based mindset, finding evidence by utilizing the highest experimental research standards.

• You know how to translate the gained insights into the correct conclusions.

Translating interdisciplinary

• You are an ambitious learner, developing and understanding new ideas for imaging.

• You turn thoughts into action, implementing methods efficiently with a focus on detail.

Innovating the status quo

• You embrace exploring new approaches.

• You enjoy interdisciplinary perspectives.

• You iterate fast, ensuring up-to-date knowledge integration.

What we offer

• International Environment: Join a team with 30+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

• Attractive Compensation Package:

  • Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

  • Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

  • Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

  • Fitness Membership: Access to USC, Wellpass, and more.

  • Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten Fee.

  • Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

• Work-Life Integration:

  • Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

  • 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

  • Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

  • Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

• Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you.

Your team

As an MRI Scientist, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: www.orbem.ai

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!