Embedded Audio DSP Engineer (m/f/d)
An embedded audio DSP engineer at Sonova (Consumer Hearing) in Hannover develops, simulates, and tunes audio signal-processing algorithms for headphones and audio devices, working across Bluetooth SoCs and DSP cores from prototyping through integration and optimization in a hybrid R&D team.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Hannover
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Embedded
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, Signal Processing, or similar
- Hands-on experience in embedded audio DSP development (consumer or professional audio)
- Strong programming skills in C/C++, MATLAB and Python
- Solid understanding of audio systems (e.g., microphones, headphones, loudspeakers)
- Experience with measurement, tuning, and debugging of audio systems
- Fluent in English
Nice to have
- German language skills
Full description
Hannover | Hybrid
As an EmbeddedAudio DSP Engineer, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary R&D team working at the intersection of acoustics, embedded systems, and signal processing. You’ll contribute to the full product lifecycle - from concept and prototyping to integration and optimization - helping deliver outstanding audio performance.
You will work on different embedded platforms(Bluetooth system-on-chip as well as DSP cores), combining in-house development with the evaluation and integration of third-party solutions.
What you’ll do
- Develop, simulate, and implement audio DSP algorithms for embedded systems (i.e. headphones and audio devices)
- Design and integrate audio processing solutions, ensuring performance, quality, and manufacturability
- Tune systems based on measurements and customer requirements
- Define system requirements, interfaces, and quality criteria
- Actively scout and prototype new concepts and support feasibility studies
- Troubleshoot audio-related issues and continuously optimize system performance
- Collaborate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders
Your profile
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Acoustics, Signal Processing, or similar
- Hands on experience in embedded audio DSP development (consumer or professional audio).
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ , MATLAB and Python
- Solid understanding of audio systems (e.g., microphones, headphones, loudspeakers)
- Experience with measurement, tuning, and debugging of audio systems
- Fluent in English (German is a plus)
What We Offer
As part of Sonova Consumer Hearing, 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.
- Work on cutting-edge audio technology used in real products
- Be part of a collaborative, international R&D environment
- Hybrid setup with flexibility, while staying close to hardware and labs #LI-NB1