Power Management Engineer (80%-100%) (m/f/d) — Sonova
- Location
- Staefa
- Contract
- not specified
- Posted
- 42 days ago
Full description
Research & Development delivers hearing solutions and services for people with hearing loss, hearing care professionals, and further related people, in the form of hearing instruments, accessories, web services, mobile applications, and PC software.
As a Power Management Engineer, you will hold a pivotal role in enabling the industry‑leading AI hearing functions that define our next‑generation products. You are the one who ensures that cutting‑edge intelligence is not only possible, but reliably powered every moment. This position sits at the crossroads of multiple technical domains: electronic design, battery innovation, and embedded software, offering a uniquely dynamic environment where your decisions directly shape performance, efficiency, and user experience. It is a role for someone who wants to be at the technological core, driving the energy systems that make advanced hearing AI truly come alive.
More about the role
- Design, develop, and optimize battery and power management systems for hearing instruments and charging solutions
- Specify, integrate, and validate power management circuits for rechargeable and non-rechargeable battery systems
- Evaluate, specify, integrate, and optimize Power Management ICs (PMICs) and related power conversion architectures for future hearing instruments and charging systems
- Define and implement battery management algorithms and power strategies, including State of Charge and State of Health estimation, charging behavior, protection mechanisms, and energy optimization
- Collaborate closely with hardware and firmware teams to ensure robust integration of battery and power management functions into the overall hearing instrument and charger architecture
- Develop and validate electrical and system-level models for power consumption, load profiles, and battery behavior under different operating conditions
- Analyze and debug complex power-related system issues, driving root-cause identification and resolution
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of power management platforms, methods, and development processes, and stay informed about emerging technologies and trends
- Evaluate emerging power management technologies and energy management concepts to support future product generations
More about you
- Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field
- Proven experience in the design of power management systems for low-power embedded devices, including DC/DC conversion, load switches, charging circuits, and energy-efficient architectures
- Experience with rechargeable and non-rechargeable battery technologies, as well as a strong understanding of system-level behavior, load profiling, power consumption analysis, and battery aging effects
- Hands-on experience with electrical characterization, laboratory measurements, and data-driven validation of power systems
- Strong programming skills in Python for data analysis, automation, and model development; MATLAB is a plus
- Experience in optimizing ultra-low-power systems under strict energy and size constraints is an asset
- Experience in debugging complex power-related issues in low-power applications and charging systems is an asset
- Structured, proactive, and quality-conscious working style, with the ability to bring forward innovative ideas and collaborate effectively in a distributed, diverse environment
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
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.
Employment level 80-100%.
Application process
Magdalena Suszek, Talent Acquisition Partner, is looking forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, references, and certificates) via our online job application platform.
For this vacancy only direct applications will be considered.
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Sonova offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Staefa is CHF 83'000 - 126'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Sonova. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Sonova offer?
The original posting does not state the contract type or the working hours. Ask Sonova about hours, contract duration, notice period and probation during the application process.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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