Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions and is a top 50 company on the ASX. Cochlear's mission is to help more people to hear.

The Customer Software, Clinical and Research Platforms department is currently looking for a Software Engineer based in our location in Mechelen.

This role is to complement the team in charge of the development of libraries that abstract the Hardware communication allowing other teams to develop user applications without low-level knowledge of the Hardware.

The team is in charge of a grown and still growing set of libraries.

The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing the software drivers in C++, and where needed to develop application code in C# in a .

NET environment that provides communication with the above-mentioned software libraries.

Key responsibilities

Understand the proposed architecture and contribute as needed to assure flawless interaction with cochlear implants and sound processors.

Develop, prototype and verify software libraries developed in C++ and C#, as well as interfacing with the functionalities implemented in firmware and other software libraries.

Also, when needed, contribute to development of desktop application code in C# in a .NET environment.

Contribute to engineering analysis activities including brainstorming, concept generation, risk analysis, and design reviews.

Collaborate to an open and effective communication between firmware, software and system team-members involved in the project.

Key requirements

To add value to Cochlear in this role you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience :

University degree in software or software engineering

Passionate developer with experience in C++ and C#. Knowledge of .NET.

Knowledge of electronics is a plus.

Minimum 2 years' experience in a full cycle commercial software development environment

Familiar with Agile development

Good written and verbal communication skills in English

Working for Cochlear

For 40 years, Cochlear has been creating reliable products that continue to keep people connected to the world and to each other.

We help people of all ages to hear in more than 180 countries around the world. Our technology connects people to life's possibilities and to the people who matter most.

We have over 4000 employees globally dedicated to improving people's lives. To date, we have Invested over $2bil to date in research and development.

Cochlear can offer

The Work - A high impact job supporting world leading technology

The Organisation - The global leader in implantable medical device hearing technology

The Opportunity - To make a difference to the quality of people's lives

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.

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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.