Director Anatomic and Acoustic Design RIC-BTE

Lead the development of Fit-and-Go sound delivery systems and acoustic coupling solutions across Sonova's hearing instrument portfolio, from concept through product release. Shape customer-centric solutions that balance hearing performance, wearing comfort, discretion, durability and everyday usability while addressing the diversity of ear anatomy and real-world customer needs. Define scalable, platform-oriented concepts that enable reuse across products, brands and future technology generations. Partner closely with Mechanical Design, Hardware Integration, Hearing Performance, Materials & Biological Safety, Industrial Design and other cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and industrialization. Drive innovation by translating customer insights, clinical learnings and emerging technologies into differentiated product solutions that deliver lasting customer value. Build, coach and develop a high-performing global team, fostering technical excellence, collaboration and long-term capability development. Lead cross-functional decision-making, balancing customer value, technical feasibility, manufacturability and business priorities to successfully bring innovative solutions to market. Champion a collaborative culture that strengthens platform ownership, knowledge sharing and innovation across Sonova's global R&D organization.

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.

• Engineering background with proven experience leading product development within a complex, multidisciplinary R&D environment.

• Demonstrated leadership experience building, coaching and developing high-performing technical teams in an international, multi-site organization.

• Strong experience developing innovative products from concept through industrialization and manufacturing.

• Proven ability to translate customer needs into differentiated technical solutions while balancing performance, manufacturability, scalability and business objectives.

• Strong systems thinking, strategic mindset and the ability to navigate complex technical and organizational challenges.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across engineering, product, clinical and business functions.

• Passion for innovation, customer-centric product development and collaborative leadership.

• Fluent English language skills.