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.

Hannover, Germany

Audio DSP Engineer (m/f/d)

163879

Hannover | Hybrid

 

As an Audio DSP Engineer, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary R&D team working at the intersection of acoustics, embedded systems, and signal processing. You’ll contribute to the full product lifecycle - from concept and prototyping to integration and optimization - helping deliver outstanding audio performance.

You will work on different embedded platforms(Bluetooth system-on-chip as well as DSP cores), combining in-house development with the evaluation and integration of third-party solutions.

 

What you’ll do

 

  • Develop, simulate, and implement audio DSP algorithms for embedded systems (i.e. headphones and audio devices)
  • Design and integrate audio processing solutions, ensuring performance, quality, and manufacturability
  • Tune systems based on measurements and customer requirements
  • Define system requirements, interfaces, and quality criteria
  • Actively scout and prototype new concepts and support feasibility studies
  • Troubleshoot audio-related issues and continuously optimize system performance
  • Collaborate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders

 

Your profile

 

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, Signal Processing, or similar
  • Hands on experience in embedded audio DSP development (consumer or professional audio).
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ , MATLAB and Python
  • Solid understanding of audio systems (e.g., microphones, headphones, loudspeakers)
  • Experience with measurement, tuning, and debugging of audio systems
  • Fluent in English (German is a plus)

 

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.

 

  • Work on cutting-edge audio technology used in real products
  • Be part of a collaborative, international R&D environment
  • Hybrid setup with flexibility, while staying close to hardware and labs #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.