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 R&T 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 More about you: 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 Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you! We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job…