Embedded Software Engineer C++

Sonova; Stäfa; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonova in Switzerland is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (C++) to design, develop, and maintain real-time embedded software for hearing solutions. You will work in a multidisciplinary team to deliver robust software across hardware and production test domains.

Required: MSc or BSc in electrical engineering or computer science, 5+ years in C/C++, RTOS, and strong OO design. English fluency; German a plus.

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc in electrical engineering, computer science or comparable qualifications.
• 5+ years of professional experience in C and C++, with modern C++ standards (C++23 is a plus).
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design in embedded and resource-constrained environments.
• Experience with Python and/or C#.NET.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable, high-performance, real-time embedded software in modern C++ from hardware abstraction layers to production test application logic.
• Contribute to the specification and design of embedded software for production tests and test flow configuration.
• Create reusable embedded software and tools used by interdisciplinary engineering teams.
• Close collaboration with engineers across disciplines in product and platform teams.
• Contribute to our agile development process through implementation, code reviews and continuous improvement.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Concurrency

Distributed systems

Python

C#.NET

AI coding agents

CI/CD

Education

MSc or BSc in electrical engineering or computer science

Job description

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Embedded Software Engineer C++

In our R&D group, we develop hearing solutions and services for hearing impaired people and hearing care professionals in the form of hearing instruments, accessories, web services, mobile applications and PC software.

In a team of electrical and software engineers, you will contribute to the design, development and maintenance of modern C++ embedded software and tools.

The development is focused on hardware abstraction embedded C++ software to abstract the multi-processor hardware for efficient embedded software application development and specific applications for production tests.

Your work will build the foundation for all Sonova hearing instrument product applications, developed by Sonova teams worldwide. From the engineering to mass-manufacturing phase, you will be engaged in contributing highly flexible and reliable embedded software solutions.

More about the role :

Develop reliable, high-performance, real-time embedded software in modern C++ from hardware abstraction layers to production test application logic

Contribute to the specification and design of embedded software for production tests and test flow configuration.

Contribute to workflow and process improvements

Create reusable embedded software and tools which are used by interdisciplinary engineering teams

Close collaboration with engineers across disciplines in product and platform teams

Contribute to our agile development process through implementation, code reviews and continuous improvement

More about you :

MSc or BSc in electrical engineering, computer science or comparable qualifications

Strong expertise in embedded software engineering, including RTOS, concurrency and distributed systems

5+ years of professional experience in C and C++; experience with modern C++ standards, including C++23, is a plus

Strong understanding of object-oriented design and its application in embedded and resource-constrained environments

Experience with Python and/or C#.NET

Experience or interest in AI coding agents, continuous integration, and automated test frameworks

A structured, methodical approach and a passion for solving complex technical problems

Fluent in English; German is a plus

More about what we offer :

As one of the world’s leading hearing care providers headquartered in Switzerland, 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.

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 market place. 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.