Principal Engineer, Software R&T

Valencia CA Hybrid

Principal Engineer Software R&T

The Principal Software Engineer will lead the development of next-generation software solutions for cochlear medical devices across desktop and mobile platforms. This role will drive innovation through mobile-first design and AI-enabled capabilities while ensuring continuity of current applications

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end development of Windows and mobile (iOS/Android) applications.
• Architect and implement scalable high-quality solutions using C#/.NET/ WPF and modern mobile frameworks.
• Integrate AI-driven features and intelligent functionality into applications where applicable.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate development improve quality and optimize workflows.
• Advise technical direction architecture and long-term evolution of key platforms.
• Engage in full software lifecycle: requirements design development V&V and release.
• Mentor engineers and drive adoption of modern engineering practices.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulatory standards.

Travelling Requirement: less than 10%

More about you:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of software development experience with strong system design and architecture expertise.
• Proven ability to deliver complex high-quality commercial software products in production environments.
• Strong proficiency in C#/.NET and modern software architecture patterns.
• Experience developing mobile applications (iOS and/or Android) and using AI-assisted development tools (e.g. code generation automation).
• Exposure to AI/ML technologies including AI-enabled features frameworks or cloud-based AI services; experience in regulated environments (e.g. medical devices) is a plus.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to troubleshoot and debug system-level issues across teams.

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

Dont meet all the criteria If youre willing to go allin and learn wed 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 Sonova Human Resources

What we offer:

• Medical dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings Health Reimbursement Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
• TeleHealth options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life/ad&d insurance
  • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal/ID Theft Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time) floating Diversity Day & paid holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
• Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hearing aid discount for employees and family
• Internal social recognition platform

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

This roles pay range is between $131560/yr - $197340/yr. This role is also bonus eligible.

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.