Senior Embedded Wireless Software Engineer

C43 Cochlear Technology Centre Belgium (Belgium); Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Attractive remuneration package

Flexible extra-legal benefits

Extensive onboarding and training

Résumé du poste

Cochlear Technology Centre Belgium is seeking a Senior Embedded Wireless Software Engineer for a fixed-term role in Mechelen, Belgium. You will drive the design and implementation of embedded firmware for ARM MCUs, focusing on BLE, LE Audio, and Auracast to advance hearing solutions.

You will work on low-latency audio streaming, DSP for embedded AI, and power-efficient algorithms, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and research partners across Europe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience developing embedded software in C on ARM-based microcontrollers.
• Experience with RTOS-based systems and BLE technologies.
• Experience deploying machine learning or neural networks on embedded devices.
• Knowledge of audio processing techniques and Bluetooth audio streaming solutions.

Responsabilités

• Develop next-generation wireless firmware for ARM-based MCUs.
• Implement BLE and 2.4 GHz wireless systems with LE Audio and Auracast.
• Prototype and validate wireless solutions with RF testing and antenna characterization.
• Apply real-time DSP and embedded ML algorithms on constrained platforms.
• Collaborate with universities and industry partners to advance Cochlear's technologies.

Connaissances

Embedded software

BLE/Wireless

RTOS

Python

Android app development

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

PhD in a related field (advantage)

Outils

Zephyr RTOS

ARM microcontrollers

RF measurement equipment

Git

Description du poste

Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 100 medical device company and market‑leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear‑branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Wireless Software Engineer for a Fixed term role until end October 2027 to join our Advanced System Prototyping (ASP) team in Mechelen, Belgium. In this role, you will work at the forefront of wireless communications, embedded systems, machine learning, and audio processing to create the next generation of hearing implant technologies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building prototypes, and transforming emerging technologies into future product innovations.

The Opportunity

As a member of our Advanced Innovation team, you will contribute to cutting‑edge research and development activities focused on Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), wireless audio technologies, embedded software, and intelligent audio processing solutions. Working closely with our Advanced Wireless Technology team, research institutions, and industry partners, you will design, implement, and validate embedded firmware and wireless communication systems that enable new capabilities for Cochlear implant users worldwide. Your work will directly influence future hearing solutions, including:

• Low‑latency ear‑to‑ear audio streaming
• Advanced Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast applications
• Robust wireless connectivity for hearing devices
• Context‑aware and adaptive audio processing
• Embedded machine learning solutions
• Spatial audio and scene classification technologies

Responsibilities

Responsibilities includes:

• Develop Next‑Generation Wireless Firmware Design and implement embedded C firmware for ARM‑based microcontrollers.
• Develop and optimise Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and 2.4GHz wireless communication systems.
• Configure and integrate LE Audio and Auracast technologies.
• Prototype and validate wireless communication solutions, including RF performance testing and antenna characterisation.
• Define wireless subsystem architectures and perform design trade‑off analyses.
• Explore next‑generation localization technologies including BLE direction finding, AOA/AOD, and channel sounding.
• Drive Audio Processing & Embedded AI Innovation Implement real‑time DSP and machine learning algorithms on resource‑constrained embedded platforms.
• Develop advanced audio features including: Audio scene classification Noise reduction Beamforming Spatial audio processing Packet loss concealment
• Optimise algorithms for power efficiency, latency, memory footprint, and audio quality.
• Collaborate on Research & Innovation Partner with universities, research institutes, and industry consortia across Europe.
• Contribute to research publications, technical reports, patents, and intellectual property generation.
• Support technology transfer from prototype to product development teams.
• Stay current with emerging wireless, embedded AI, and audio technologies to help shape Cochlear's innovation roadmap.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring a combination of strong embedded software expertise, wireless communication knowledge, and a passion for innovation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline. (Master’s or PhD degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline (or equivalent). For candidates with degrees obtained outside Belgium, a formal recognition process may be required as part of the hiring journey. Support will be provided)
• Strong experience developing embedded software in C on ARM‑based microcontrollers.
• Experience working with RTOS‑based systems.
• Solid understanding of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technologies and protocol stacks.
• Experience implementing firmware for embedded systems.
• Good understanding of digital signal processing fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary research and engineering teams.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ideally, You'll Also Have Experience with LE Audio, Auracast, or Bluetooth audio streaming solutions.
• Knowledge of RF engineering, antenna performance, and 2.4GHz wireless systems.
• Experience deploying machine learning or neural network models on embedded devices.
• Familiarity with Zephyr RTOS or similar embedded frameworks.
• Experience using Python for data analysis, prototyping, or test automation.
• Knowledge of audio processing techniques such as beamforming, noise reduction, or spatial audio.
• Experience with localization technologies including BLE direction finding or UWB.
• Experience working within medical device, healthcare, or regulated industries.
• Knowledge of Git, debugging tools, RF measurement equipment, and embedded development environments.
• Experience in Android mobile App development.

Why this role is for you?

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of: Wireless Communications Embedded Systems Engineering Artificial Intelligence Audio Signal Processing Medical Technology. You'll collaborate with leading research organisations, contribute to publications and patent generation, and help create technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Whether your ambition is to become a recognised technical expert, system architect, or future technology leader, Cochlear provides the environment, support, and purpose to help you achieve it.

What we offer

An attractive remuneration package and flexible extra‑legal benefits

• An attractive remuneration package and flexible extra‑legal benefits
• An extensive onboarding and training program
• An enjoyable work environment with attention to life‑work balance and homeworking
• A stimulating environment with growth opportunities and opportunity to meet multi‑disciplinary colleagues across the globe
• This is your chance to be part of a premier organization with a great culture, working in a dynamic, growing and rapidly evolving environment to deliver outstanding results that benefit our customers every day.

Equal opportunities

Equal opportunities Cochlear is committed to providing equal opportunities to avoid unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age. In line with our corporate ethics and statutory obligations we strive to ensure that the work environment is free of harassment and bullying and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect - this is an important aspect of ensuring equal opportunities in employment.

Cochlear Summary

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear‑branded hearing implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping people to Hear Now. And Always. Cochlear is the global market leader in implantable hearing solutions including cochlear implant systems (CI) and bone anchored hearing aids (Baha™). Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it.