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At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Murten, Switzerland

RF Design Engineer (m/f/d)

 

As an RF Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing the next generation of wireless technologies that power our innovative hearing solutions. 

 

Working within our Electronic Systems & RF team, you will contribute to the development of wireless communication systems—from early concept development through to successful product integration and certification. 

 

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to transform innovative RF concepts into high-performance products. In return, you'll join an international R&D environment where collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning are encouraged, giving you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while making a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people worldwide. 

 

 

More about the role 

  

  • Define technical specifications for RF functions, including RF circuits and antenna systems 

  • Design, develop, and optimize PCB antennas and RF circuits from concept through product integration 

  • Create verification strategies, develop test plans, and perform verification, of RF solutions to ensure performance and reliability 

  • Perform RF simulations and evaluate antenna and transceiver performance using industry-leading simulation tools 

  • Support the design, development, and verification of next-generation wireless communication platforms 

  • Lead RF compliance activities, ensuring product conformance with regulatory standards 

  • Manage and support RF certification activities by coordinating with external test laboratories and ensuring successful product qualification 

  • Collaborate with internal and external partners on technology assessments, feasibility studies, innovation initiatives, and future wireless platform development 

 
 

More about you 

  

  • Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline 

  • Proven experience in RF design within an R&D environment, including antenna design, RF measurements, and wireless system development 

  • Strong expertise in RF simulation tools such as CST Studio Suite 

  • Hands-on experience with RF laboratory equipment, including Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), Spectrum Analyzers, and antenna measurement systems 

  • Experience designing analog electronic circuits and PCB-based RF solutions 

  • Familiarity with wireless communication technologies such as Bluetooth, ISM (2.4 GHz), and low-power wireless systems 

  • Experience with MATLAB and Altium Designer is considered an advantage 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and solution-oriented mindset 

  • Fluent written and spoken English; German or French would be an asset 

 

 

More about what we offer

 

We can offer you a new challenge, working in teams with engineers and experts, with interesting tasks and much more – including an open corporate culture, flat hierarchies, support for further training and development, opportunities to take on responsibility, attractive employment conditions and flexible working time models in various roles. Employment level 80-100%. 

 

Our Talent Acquisition Partner is looking forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, references, and certificates) via our online job application platform.  

For this vacancy only direct applications will be considered.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

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