Engineer, Digital Signal Processing

Sonova USA Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k plan with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Hearing aid discount for employees and family

Job summary

Sonova USA Inc. in California is seeking a Digital Signal Processing Engineer who will develop and implement DSP algorithms and embedded software for cochlear implant systems. This hybrid role involves working with advanced sound processing strategies and integrating software with custom hardware.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, strong MATLAB and DSP expertise, and 1-5 years of relevant experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience developing embedded software, ideally in audio or medical device applications.
• Background in audio DSP, .NET/C#, or Machine Learning concepts is a plus.

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.

Skills

Strong MATLAB programming skills

Digital signal processing and analysis

Low-level fixed-point DSP programming

Collaboration and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

C programming

Assembler across DSP platforms

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• 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, and 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

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

Work Environment

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.