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Kitchener, Canada

Senior Manager Embedded Software, RIC and BTE Solutions  

Sonova is seeking a Senior Manager Embedded Software, RIC and BTE Solutions to lead the development and delivery of signal processing solutions, controller software, firmware components, and system integration capabilities across RIC and BTE hearing products. This role provides technical, functional, and people leadership to ensure scalable, high-quality, and product-ready embedded software solutions that support Sonova's global hearing system platforms.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development and integration of signal processing features, controller software, and embedded firmware solutions for Sonova hearing systems
Own and evolve controller software components, integration frameworks, tools, and pipelines used across R&D
Provide technical leadership and decision-making authority for signal processing realization, controller software, and system integration topics
Collaborate cross-functionally with Deep Learning, Firmware Infrastructure, Embedded Software, Hardware, Audiology, UX, and Platform teams
Define verification and validation approaches to ensure readiness for product integration and system validation
Drive reuse, scalability, and product readiness across platforms, products, and Sonova brands
Lead, develop, and manage a team of embedded software professionals while supporting talent development and succession planning

More about you:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
Proven leadership experience in software product development and people leadership within complex R&D environments
Extensive experience shaping and delivering software features across multiple platforms, product generations, and releases
Strong understanding of embedded software, system integration, fitting software systems, and regulated product development
Ability to lead through ambiguity while balancing innovation, scalability, quality, and long-term platform value
Strong communication skills with the ability to build alignment across technical, audiological, and business stakeholders
Experience working in international, multi-site, and cross-functional environments

Travel:

5 - 10% travel may be required.

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 HR.

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
• D&I focused: D&I council and employee resource groups

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

This role's pay range is between: $112,000 - $140,000 annually 

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work May 2024- May 2025.

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.