Who we are

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.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change, 

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.

Staefa, Switzerland

Hardware Integration Engineer (m/f/d)

 

Join Sonova and help shape the future of hearing technology. As a Hardware Integration Engineer, you will work on innovative hearing instrument systems combining hardware integration, acoustics, wireless technologies, and measurement engineering.

 

You will be part of an international, interdisciplinary R&D team working in an agile environment focused on collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to system integration, prototype development, testing, and the creation of next-generation hearing solutions used worldwide.

 

 

More about the role

  • Develop product-specific hearing system solutions and integrate hardware sub-systems
  • Define electroacoustic transducers and support wireless system design
  • Build and test hearing system prototypes
  • Develop software tools for measurement systems and hardware validation
  • Define hardware limits, quality characteristics, and test criteria
  • Collaborate within interdisciplinary agile R&D teams
  • Support knowledge sharing, onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives

 

More about you

 

Must-Have

 

  • BSc or MSc degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in hardware development or integration
  • Strong knowledge of Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, RF Engineering, and Measurement Technologies
  • Experience with wireless technologies, PCB design, and electronic hardware design
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping, soldering, and measurement systems
  • Good knowledge of Matlab, Arduino, Windows, and MS Office
  • Very good English and German communication skills
  • Proactive, solution-oriented team player with strong communication skills

 

Nice to Have

 

  • Experience or education in Acoustics, Audiology, or Hearing Systems
  • Knowledge of C#, Python, Confluence, or MS Teams
  • Exposure to project or functional leadership

 

More about what we offer

 

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, 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.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. 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.

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