Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.
We are seeking a Senior DSP Firmware Engineer to join our Platform Delivery team. This role will contribute to the development of advanced firmware for our next-generation Cochlear Implant and Acoustic sound processors, implants, and related devices, with a strong focus on digital signal processing and algorithm development.
As a Senior DSP Firmware Engineer, you'll work hands-on to develop robust, scalable firmware solutions in C/Assembly and Matlab/Simulink. You’ll provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and help shape the DSP architecture for cutting-edge hearing devices that improve quality of life for millions globally.
Key Responsibilities
1.DSP Algorithm & Firmware Development
- Design, implement, and test embedded DSP algorithms in C, Assembly, and Matlab/Simulink.
- Develop test frameworks using Python, C#, and related tools.
- Ensure firmware documentation and compliance with medical device standards.
2.Project Management
- Break down features into agile deliverables and drive timely execution.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams and resolve technical challenges.
3.Technical Leadership
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.
- Improve tools, processes, and DSP architecture.
- Support IP creation and explore new signal processing innovations.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years in audio, speech, or signal processing algorithm design.
- Strong skills in embedded C, C++, and Assembly for DSP/microcontroller targets.
- Experience in algorithmic modeling and behavioral DSP design (e.g., Matlab/Simulink).
- Proficiency in Python scripting and modern development practices (e.g., MISRA C, SOLID).
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with C#, firmware architecture, and fixed-point DSPs.
- Agile development experience and familiarity with medical device or safety-critical environments.
- Prior IP generation or algorithm research contributions.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
What we offer
An attractive remuneration package and flexible extra-legal benefits
An extensive onboarding and training program
An enjoyable work environment with attention to life-work balance and homeworking
A stimulating environment with growth opportunities and opportunity to meet multi-disciplinary colleagues across the globe
This is your chance to be part of a premier organization with a great culture, working in a dynamic, growing and rapidly evolving environment to deliver outstanding results that benefit our customers every day. Be part of something purposeful and APPLY now by clicking on the link below and see your career grow!
Cochlear Summary
Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping people to Hear Now. And Always. Cochlear is the global market leader in implantable hearing solutions including cochlear implant systems (CI) and bone anchored hearing aids (Baha™).
Equal opportunities
Cochlear is committed to providing equal opportunities to avoid unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age. In line with our corporate ethics and statutory obligations we strive to ensure that the work environment is free of harassment and bullying and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect - this is an important aspect of ensuring equal opportunities in employment.