Senior Hardware Integration Developer and Test Lead

Senior Hardware Integration Developer and Test Lead

Kitchener, ON

The Senior HW Integration Developer and Test Lead is responsible for developing medical device hardware under the technical direction of the Hardware Architect. This role leads hardware verification activities by defining verification tests, creating verification plans, assigning testing tasks, and ensuring completion of verification activities to meet product specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Hardware Architect in developing and testing medical device hardware systems including FPCB design, sensor specification, electro-acoustic systems, and circuit simulation

• Provide technical project leadership for assigned hardware development projects

• Coordinate project activities and responsibilities across team members

• Perform testing and verification of hearing instruments including EA, EMC, magnetic, wireless, and audio quality aspects

• Provide feedback to Requirement Engineering regarding specification testability

• Report project status and technical progress to the Manager and Hardware Architect

• Support additional engineering tasks as assigned

More about you:

• Engineering degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronic, Biomedical Engineering, or Physics

• 10+ years of experience as a Senior Hardware Developer in a medical device engineering environment

• Strong understanding of acoustics and analog/digital electronics

• Experience with FPCB design (Altium preferred) and acoustic modeling is an asset

• Strong collaboration, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to lead and coach junior engineers

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova 

Don't meet all the criteria?  If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!  

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact  

What we offer: 

• Exciting and challenging work environment 

• Collaborative culture 

• Opportunities for continuous self-improvement 

• Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment 

• A company that values diversity and inclusion 

• Rich benefits plan including wellness benefit, paramedical (massage therapist, naturopath, etc.) and competitive compensation including variable component and employer match on pension contributions 

• Mentorship program and career development plans 

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work® May 2024- May 2025. 
 

How we work: 

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.