Senior Manager Signal Processing - RIC and BTE (m/f/d)

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Staefa, Switzerland

Senior Manager Signal Processing - RIC and BTE (m/f/d)

Sonova is seeking a Senior Manager, RIC and BTE Solutions to lead the development and delivery of signal processing solutions across RIC and BTE hearing products. This role provides technical, functional, and people leadership to ensure scalable, high-quality, and product-ready software solutions that support Sonova’s global hearing system platforms.

More about the role

• Lead and own the development, design and integration of signal processing features for Sonova hearing systems
• Provide technical leadership and decision-making authority for signal processing realization
• Drive reuse, scalability, and product readiness across platforms, products, and Sonova brands
• Establish clear cross domain alignment and decision making across departments and areas
• Collaborate closely with Product Management and Project Leaders to ensure customer focus and success in the market
• Lead, develop, and manage a team of software professionals while supporting talent development and succession planning

More about you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
• Proven leadership experience in software development and in people leadership within complex R&D environments
• Extensive experience shaping and delivering software features across multiple platforms, product generations, and releases
• Strong understanding of Digital Signal Processing (DSP), system integration, fitting software systems, and regulated product development
• Ability to lead through ambiguity while balancing innovation, scalability, quality, and long-term platform value
• Strong, confident communicator with demonstrated soft skills applied to leadership and collaboration across technical, audiological, and business stakeholders
• Experience working in international, multi-site, and cross-functional environments
• Curious about emerging technologies, particularly AI, with a forward-looking mindset and passion for innovation
• 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.

At Sonova, you'll join a global team of innovators dedicated to transforming lives through cutting-edge hearing technology. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape the future of signal processing across multiple global hearing instrument brands.
• Lead talented international engineering teams working on technologies that improve the lives of millions of people worldwide.
• Influence long-term platform strategy and drive innovation in a collaborative, global R&D environment.
• Work with passionate experts in software engineering, signal processing, audiology, and product development.
• Grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the future of hearing healthcare.

Application process

Magdalena Suszek, Talent Acquisition Partner, is looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform, including your CV and cover letter. For this vacancy, only direct applications will be considered