Embedded Audio DSP Engineer (m/f/d)

Sonova is hiring an Embedded Audio DSP Engineer (m/f/d) in Hannover, Germany. Level rates it ; you can apply on Sonova.

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Hannover | Hybrid

As an Embedded 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

How we rate this

Embedded Audio DSP Engineer (m/f/d) at Sonova rates 21 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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