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Who we are

Great sound has the power to transform everyday moments into extraordinary experiences. Through the iconic Sennheiser brand, we develop premium headphones, earbuds, and audio solutions that enable people around the world to connect more deeply with music, entertainment, and the world around them.

As part of the Sonova Group, we combine decades of audio expertise with a global innovation network and a shared passion for delivering exceptional listening experiences. Our teams create products that set standards for sound quality, design, and user experience.

Driven by curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, we foster an environment where people are empowered to take ownership, bring ideas to life, and make a meaningful impact on products enjoyed by millions of consumers worldwide.

In March 2026, Sonova announced its decision to divest its Consumer Hearing business and initiated a structured divestment process. This marks an exciting new chapter for the business and offers unique opportunities to contribute to its development and continued success.

Join us and help shape the future of premium audio experiences.

Hannover, Germany

Embedded Software Engineer, Sennheiser (m/f/d)

163450

We’re looking for an Embedded Software Engineer  to join our agile Software team in Hannover. You’ll work on the embedded Bluetooth software platform that powers our latest Sennheiser headphones and soundbars— ensuring robust software architecture and acting as a key interface between platform development and project teams.

You will join early in the product development cycle, helping shape software architecture from concept until the product is ready for launch.

 

Key responsibilities

 

  • Design and implement embedded application software for wireless headphones and soundbars
  • Integrate embedded software into full product solutions, collaborating with DSP, electronics, mobile apps, and system test teams
  • Analyze requirements and translate them into well‑structured technical solutions, act as an interface to project teams, helping coordinate and align development activities across the platform
  • Troubleshoot and improve stability, performance, and reliability of the embedded platform.
  • Work on innovation topics shaping our future products, participate throughout the entire development cycle—from first idea to final market-ready product
  • Support feasibility studies, technical reviews, and early pre‑development projects
  • Contribute to improving software development methods, tools, and processes

 

Your profile

 

  • Strong C programming skills and experience with real-time embedded development, comfortable working with real-time operating systems
  • Several years of experience in embedded SW development, design, or testing
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and understand hardware interactions
  • Strong communicator and team player—able to collaborate, ask questions, give and receive feedback
  • Knowledge of Bluetooth or IEEE 802.x protocols is a plus
  • English required, German is a plus
  • Experience with Python for developing and maintaining test and developer tools

 

What We Offer

 

As part of Sonova Consumer Hearing, we’re committed to building an inclusive culture. We want to create an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work, through our flexible hybrid working model. 

We offer a wide range of training opportunities for both your professional and personal development, and there are exceptional growth opportunities with individual development plans.

 

  • A highly supportive and passionate team, flat hierarchy and open communication culture
  • The chance to work on products millions of people will use—and see them proudly on the market
  • A platform role with deep technical challenges and space to grow your expertise #LI-NB1

The Sennheiser brand

The Sennheiser brand stands for premium quality in the field of audio products. 
At Sonova Consumer Hearing, we develop and offer consumer devices such as headphones, soundbars and speech-enhanced hearables under the brand license of Sennheiser.

The business is headquartered in Hannover, Germany, and has approximately 650 employees worldwide. To continue to be among the best in the industry, we are always on the lookout for outstanding talent.

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