Senior Developer, Electro-Acoustics
Hybrid | Kitchener
We are seeking a
Senior Developer, Electro-Acoustics
to join our Research & Development team and play a key role in the design and development of next-generation hearing instrument technology.
In this role, you will combine technical expertise with project leadership responsibilities, supporting the research, design, prototyping, and verification of advanced electro-acoustic systems while mentoring junior developers and collaborating across global teams.
What you’ll do
Lead technical development activities for assigned R&D projects, coordinating responsibilities across team members and reporting project progress to leadership
Design and evaluate electro-acoustic circuits, power management systems, battery characterization solutions, and flex PCB designs for hearing instruments
Support hardware integration efforts by mentoring and guiding junior developers and peers
Verify hearing instrument performance across electro-acoustic, EMC, magnetic, wireless, and audio quality requirements
Research and analyze competitor products and emerging technologies, preparing engineering reports and recommendations for future product development
Partner closely with Marketing and Audiology teams to provide technical expertise, specifications, and field support
Conduct research into electronic and acoustic effects to improve hearing aid performance and user experience
Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Service teams to support product launches and ongoing improvements
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Previous experience in an engineering or product development environment
Strong understanding of acoustics, analog and digital electronics
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively across teams with diverse technical and professional backgrounds
Experience mentoring or guiding peers within a technical environment
Nice to have
PCB design experience
Programming experience with MATLAB and/or C#
Familiarity with acoustic modeling
Passion or interest in audio, music, or audio recording technologies
A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova
Pay Range: $91K to $116K
What we offer
Exciting and challenging work environment
Collaborative culture
Opportunities for continuous self‑improvement
Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment
A company that values diversity and inclusion
Rich benefits plan including wellness benefit, paramedical (massage therapist, naturopath, and competitive compensation including variable component and employer match on pension contributions)
Mentorship program and career development plans
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