Hardware Integration Engineer (m/f/d)

Sonova AG; Stäfa; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training opportunities

Development plans

Job summary

Sonova is hiring a Hardware Integration Engineer to contribute to the development of hearing instrument systems. You will translate product requirements into robust electronic and electroacoustic designs, integrate subsystems, and build prototypes within interdisciplinary agile R&D teams.

You will work hands-on with hardware, perform measurements, and develop tools to support testing and validation. Excellent knowledge of electrical engineering, acoustics and RF is essential, with strong

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Very good knowledge of electrical engineering, acoustics, measurement technologies and RF engineering.
• Experience with PCB design, wireless technologies, electronic measurements and hardware prototyping.
• Experience developing software for controlling measurement equipment (MATLAB, Arduino, C#, Python).
• Structured, system-oriented and quality-conscious approach with creativity and technical curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware solutions for hearing instrument systems, translating product requirements into robust electronic and electroacoustic designs.
• Integrate hardware subsystems and define electroacoustic transducers to ensure effective performance of the complete hearing system.
• Design and build hearing system prototypes, including soldering and handling small components.
• Define and execute hardware measurements and testing with clear criteria and quality characteristics.
• Develop software tools for measurement systems to support hardware development and validation.
• Contribute to R&D development processes within interdisciplinary agile teams.
• Collaborate across R&D and support onboarding and hiring where needed.
• Contribute to IP development and follow quality procedures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Acoustics

RF engineering

Measurement technologies

PCB design

Wireless technologies

Hardware prototyping

Soldering

MATLAB

Arduino

C#

Python

Education

BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering

Additional education in acoustics or audiology

Tools

Confluence

Microsoft Teams

MS Office

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.

Hardware Integration Engineer (m/f/d)

As Hardware Development Engineer, you will contribute to the development of innovative hearing instrument systems, from early concepts and prototypes through hardware integration, testing and product development.

You will develop product-specific hearing system solutions, integrate electronic and electroacoustic subsystems, define transducers and build prototypes to validate new concepts. Working within interdisciplinary agile R&D teams, you will combine expertise in electrical engineering, acoustics, RF and measurement technologies to develop robust, high-quality solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to work hands‑on with sophisticated hearing technology while collaborating with diverse experts across R&D and contributing to innovation, knowledge sharing and intellectual property.

More about the role:

• Develop hardware solutions for hearing instrument systems, translating product requirements into robust electronic and electroacoustic designs.
• Integrate hardware subsystems and define electroacoustic transducers to ensure effective performance of the complete hearing system.
• Design and build hearing system prototypes, including hands‑on activities such as soldering, gluing and working with small electronic and mechanical components.
• Define and execute hardware measurements and testing, establishing limits, test criteria and quality characteristics for hearing system hardware.
• Develop software tools for measurement systems to support hardware development, testing and validation activities.
• Contribute to the R&D development process, including planning, reviews and refinement of product increments within interdisciplinary agile development teams.
• Collaborate and share knowledge across R&D, actively participating in team activities and technical communities while supporting onboarding and, when required, the hiring process.
• Contribute to innovation and intellectual property, identifying opportunities for new solutions and supporting the IP process while following relevant development procedures and quality standards.

More about you:

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline; additional education or expertise in acoustics or audiology is an advantage.
• Very good knowledge of electrical engineering, acoustics, measurement technologies and RF engineering, combined with experience in electronic hardware and wireless system design.
• Practical experience with PCB design, wireless technologies, electronic measurements and hardware prototyping, including soldering and handling small components.
• Experience developing software for controlling measurement equipment is an advantage, with knowledge of tools and technologies such as MATLAB, Arduino, C# and Python.
• A structured, system-oriented and quality-conscious approach, combined with creativity, technical curiosity and the ability to develop pragmatic solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Strong self‑leadership and accountability, with a proactive approach to learning, knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and transparent collaboration.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to contribute effectively within distributed, interdisciplinary and culturally diverse development teams.
• Very good English and German, both written and spoken; experience with project or functional leadership and tools such as Confluence, Microsoft Teams and MS Office is advantageous.

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.