Signal Processing Manager

Your role

We are looking for a Manager of Signal Processing to lead and evolve our signal processing organization for the next generations of Nuance hearing glasses. The role covers classical DSP and AI‑driven audio processing, combining deep technical leadership with organisational development.

Main responsibilities

• Lead and grow classical DSP and AI‑based signal processing teams (≈20 people).
• Define team structure, roles and ownership.
• Own the signal‑processing strategy across classical DSP and AI‑based audio processing.
• Help evolve audio prototyping, verification and testing tools roadmap.
• Drive integration into embedded platforms and collaborate with firmware teams.
• Architect system integration and ensure stable signal‑processing architecture supporting product and feature roadmap.
• Contribute to system‑level design decisions.
• Grow a global team and foster cross‑team collaboration.
• Establish scalable processes for development, validation and deployment.
• Work closely with project management, product management, audiology, hardware and firmware teams.

Main requirements

• MSc or PhD in Signal Processing, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 8‑12 years of experience in embedded audio signal processing or related domain.
• Proven leadership experience managing and growing technical teams.
• Fluency in English (additional languages a plus).
• Structured and pragmatic mindset, able to balance short‑term deliverables and long‑term view.
• Strong systems thinking and outstanding signal‑processing knowledge.
• Clear and transparent communicator across teams, borders and stakeholders.
• Experience in hearing aids or medical devices is a plus.
• Experience of leading leaders is a plus.

What’s in it for you

• Annual gross salary €67 000 – €100 000 plus performance bonus.
• Learning Platform Leonardo and personalised development programmes.
• Flexible work conditions, health‑insurance coverage, ticket‑restaurants, internal rooftop canteen.
• Employee discounts on eyewear, eye‑care products and fashion apparel.
• Disconnect Programme for work‑life balance (mental‑health, yoga, jogging, etc.).
• Company laptop and mobile phone.

Recruiting process

The recruitment process may vary; selected candidates will be contacted by recruiters for the next steps.