Job Description

Digital Signal Processing Engineer

Valencia, CA – Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

The Digital Signal Processing Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing digital signal processing algorithms and embedded software for cochlear implant systems. This role focuses on specification, design, analysis, and integration of embedded software with custom hardware components while contributing to the development of next-generation hearing technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement DSP algorithms supporting advanced sound processing strategies for cochlear implants

• Develop embedded software for real-time cochlear implant applications

• Integrate software with custom ICs, A/D and D/A conversion components, analog circuitry, sensors, and communication modules

• Modify and optimize existing firmware and embedded software to improve performance and address design challenges

• Conduct software requirements analysis and create technical documentation including software specifications, test plans, and procedures

• Develop and enhance DSP algorithms to improve speech processing strategies

• Troubleshoot embedded software issues throughout the product development lifecycle

• Support audio integration activities through debugging and front-end signal analysis

• Assist verification and validation efforts through test plan development and execution

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and product development teams

More about you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field required

• Master’s or PhD preferred

• 1–5 years of experience developing embedded software, ideally in audio or medical device applications

• Strong DSP theory background and expertise in digital signal processing and analysis

• Strong MATLAB programming skills

• Experience with low-level fixed-point DSP programming

• Familiarity with digital and analog hardware design

• Experience programming embedded software in C and assembler across DSP platforms

• Background in audio DSP, .NET/C#, or Machine Learning concepts is a plus

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources

What we offer:
Medical, dental and vision coverage*
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
TeleHealth options
401k plan with company match*
Company paid life/ad&d insurance
Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
STD LTD Buy-ups available
Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
Legal/ID Theft Assistance
PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Hearing aid discount for employees and family
Internal social recognition platform
*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

This role's pay range is between $79,000/yr - $95,000/yr. This role is also bonus eligible.

How we work:
At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

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 marketplace. 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.