Senior Engineer, Embedded Software

Senior Engineer, Embedded Software

Valencia, California | Hybrid 3 days On-Site

The Senior Engineer, Embedded Software is responsible for designing and developing embedded systems, firmware, and platform architectures for cochlear implant systems. This role contributes to the research and development of next‑generation hearing technologies by developing firmware for microcontroller‑based systems and supporting product development through specification, design, debugging, testing, formal verification, and sustaining engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for implantable hearing solutions and cochlear implant systems
• Design and support Class III medical device technologies involving custom components and regulatory compliance (FDA and CE)
• Contribute to digital signal processing technologies, custom component design, and verification of inductively powered systems
• Ensure adherence to applicable industry standards and internal quality system requirements
• Collaborate with Marketing, Project Management, and R&D teams to define product requirements and specifications
• Drive system‑level tradeoff analysis considering cost, complexity, schedules, usability, and risk
• Conduct feasibility studies and propose components, algorithms, and technical solutions
• Partner cross‑functionally with Electrical, Firmware, Software, and Mechanical Engineering teams during development and integration
• Support future platform architecture development with RT and R&D teams
• Maintain design history files and documentation consistent with regulatory submission requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while supporting system verification and testing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required; PhD preferred
• 5+ years of experience in firmware design, implementation, and testing
• Strong expertise in embedded systems, DSP, RF, circuits, or custom IC technologies
• Must have experience in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python
• Must have experience with protocols like I2C, SPI, UART
• Experience with MATLAB, SPICE, VHDL, C# or similar engineering tools is a plus
• Strong understanding of digital signal processing for audio applications
• Experience with Class III medical devices and relevant standards (IEC60601, EN45502, etc.) required
• Experience working in highly regulated environments with FDA and CE submission requirements
• Strong technical problem‑solving and project management skills
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate across cross‑functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts

TeleHealth options

401k plan with company match

Company paid life/AD&D insurance

Additional supplemental life/AD&D coverage available

Company paid Short/Long‑Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)

STD LTD buy‑ups available

Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage

Legal/ID Theft Assistance

PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, and paid holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)

Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Hearing aid discount for employees and family

Internal social recognition platform

Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

Compensation

This role's pay range is between $100,320/yr – $125,400/yr. This role is also bonus eligible.

How we work

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team‑customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.