Manufacturing System & Software Development Engineer; m​/f​/d

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.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

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.

This role combines software development, automation, and hands‑on engineering in an international manufacturing environment. As part of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will develop equipment, test systems and software used to manufacture and test innovative hearing, communication and consumer products worldwide.

Your responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing and test equipment for new products, covering hardware, software and system integration
• Create test and configuration sequences using LabVIEW
• Develop software interfaces for measurement equipment
• Integrate electronic, mechanical and software components into complete manufacturing systems
• Validate and qualify equipment before installation at production sites
• Maintain and modernize existing manufacturing equipment
• Provide second-level support to global production teams, both remotely and occasionally on site

Your profile

• At least bachelor’s degree in industrial systems, automation or a related engineering discipline
• Around 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally involving electronic devices, embedded software or automated manufacturing systems
• Strong LabVIEW programming experience
• Knowledge of industrial systems and measurement equipment
• Experience with PLC automation
• Fluent English, strong communication skills and confidence working with different cultures and stakeholder groups
• Structured, solution‑oriented approach and the ability to manage unexpected technical challenges

You will work on varied engineering projects involving different technologies and product types, from medical devices to consumer products and wireless communication solutions. Your systems will support production centers around the world, giving your work a truly global impact.

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. #LI-NB1

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.