Research Engineer - Cochlear Implant Software (Hybrid)

Sonova USA Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Hearing aid discount

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Employee assistance

Job summary

Sonova USA Inc. in Valencia, CA is seeking an Engineer, Research to help develop software and firmware for cochlear implant systems. You will collaborate with software developers, DSP engineers, scientists, and clinicians to evaluate emerging technologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering, embedded software internship, and strong C and C#/.NET skills. This hybrid position offers a supportive team and growth opportunities in medical technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Internship with embedded software development experience.
• Proficiency in C and C#/.NET.
• Knowledge of modern software architecture.
• Experience with complex, high-quality commercial software.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn emerging technologies.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Ownership of assigned responsibilities and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support firmware and software development for cochlear implant systems.
• Contribute to codebases using C and C#/.NET under senior guidance.
• Assist with software verification: unit, automated, system testing.
• Troubleshoot software and system issues; perform root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; follow version control practices.
• Prepare engineering documents, requirements, and test reports.
• Support research projects with prototyping and data evaluation.
• Learn and apply medical-device quality and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate engineering records per internal standards.

Skills

Embedded software development

C

C#/.NET

Software architecture

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Learning agility

Cross-functional teamwork

Ownership & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sonova USA Inc. in Valencia, CA is seeking an Engineer, Research to help develop software and firmware for cochlear implant systems. You will collaborate with software developers, DSP engineers, scientists, and clinicians to evaluate emerging technologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering, embedded software internship, and strong C and C#/.NET skills. This hybrid position offers a supportive team and growth opportunities in medical technology.