Software System Engineer (SSE)

Key Responsibilities

• Translate clinical use cases and user needs into clear design inputs and detailed software requirements
• Lead end-to-end agile product development—from concept and solution design through implementation, feature evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Product, Clinical, UI/UX, Architecture, R&D, and engineering teams to deliver cohesive, end-to-end clinical solutions that meet usability, performance, and workflow expectations
• Drive ML-based diagnostic initiatives from PoC through clinical evaluation, implementation, and productization
• You will work across R&D, product, system engineering, and field teams to ensure that clinical insights are effectively embedded into product decisions and feature development.
  

• Translate business initiatives, clinical workflows, user needs, and field insights into design input detailed requirements and feature definitions
• Ensure features deliver measurable clinical value and user impact

• Provide technical leadership for cross-functional epics spanning Algorithms, Front-End, Cloud Infrastructure, and third-party integrations
• Partner closely with Product, Clinical, UI/UX, Architecture, Algorithms, System Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, and R&D stakeholders throughout the full development lifecycle
• Lead design discussions, story clarification, implementation alignment, feature readiness, and evaluation planning throughout development

• Analyze clinical usage data, feedback, and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities
• Support data-driven decisions to enhance product performance and user experience
• Drive feature evaluation using clinical data, performance indicators, and structured feedback loops to validate product impact
• Contribute to iterative improvement of existing features and workflows

• Investigate customer and field issues impacting product usage
• Translate real-world feedback into actionable product and feature improvements
• Support root-cause analysis with a focus on product and workflow optimization

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

•  Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering / D.M.D or a related field 
• 12+ years of experience in Clinical Applications, R&D, or System Engineering within medical imaging systems 
• Strong understanding of medical imaging technologies and clinical workflows 
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional, collaborative environments, including product, engineering, field teams, and end users 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Proficiency with modern digital tools and AI-based solutions for data analysis and productivity 
•  Excellent communication skills in both English and Hebrew

• Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field 
• Hands-on experience with commercial medical imaging systems 
• Exposure to AI-driven imaging solutions or advanced reconstruction techniques 
• Experience working within global, matrixed R&D organizations

About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.