Ph3Introduction /h3 pCochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry's best clinical, research and support networks. That's why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life's opportunities. /p h3The Opportunity /h3 pWe are seeking an experienced bPrincipal System Architect, eSW /b to contribute to Cochlear's global System Architecture community, with an opportunity to join the bSystem Architecture MBSE /b team based in bVallauris (France) and Mechelen (Belgium) /b. /p pIn this role, you will lead the definition, realisation, and continuous improvement of L1/L2 system architectures, with a focus on embedded software (eSW) architecture across multiple functional domains. You will set technical direction as a cluster and workgroup leader - driving architectural coherence, modularity, and reuse across platforms, product families, and systems, while leading improvements to architectural discipline and practices. /p pYou will work closely with Product Development, Embedded Technology Platforms, Research Technologies, Quality Regulatory and global RD stakeholders to ensure architectural integrity, reuse, scalability and long-term competitiveness. /p h3Responsibilities include: /h3 ul liLead the definition, realisation and continuous improvement of bL1/L2 system architectures /b and embedded technology platforms /li liDrive bend-to-end architectural design /b across products, platforms and product families, maximising reuse and modularity /li liResolve complex, cross-domain architectural challenges spanning software, hardware and systems engineering /li liAct as a bridge between bSystem Architecture, Advanced Innovation / RT and Embedded Software Development Delivery /b, ensuring architectural decisions enable future development opportunities and software platform evolution /li liChampion systems thinking, MBSE and architectural best practices across RD /li /ul h3Embedded Software Platform Architecture /h3 ul liLead bembedded software (eSW) architecture /b across multiple functional domains /li liDefine and govern system and platform interfaces /li liProvide technical guidance to embedded software leads and development teams /li liEnsure architectural alignment across platforms, product families and systems /li /ul h3Architecture Discipline Practice /h3 ul liEstablish, evolve and align architectural practices, standards and methodologies globally /li liMentor, coach and uplift architectural capability across the organisation /li /ul h3Innovation Intellectual Property /h3 ul liStrengthen Cochlear's bintellectual property portfolio /b through innovative architectural solutions /li liAssess emerging technologies and guide their adoption into future platforms and products /li liCollaborate with internal and external partners to evaluate, generate and protect IP /li /ul pAbout You. As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion delivering safe, effective, and high-quality hearing solutions. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: /p h3Essential /h3 ul liDegree in Engineering or Science (bSoftware, Embedded /b, Electrical or Systems engineering preferred) /li liExtensive post‑qualification experience in systems engineering and/or architecture within complex RD environments, including embedded software /li liProven leadership in end-to-end system architecture: design, integration, deployment and lifecycle management /li liStrong understanding of system decomposition, interface management and architectural trade-offs /li liExperience working in regulated industries (medical devices highly desirable) /li liAbility to influence, communicate and collaborate across multidisciplinary, global teams /li /ul h3What Would Make You Stand Out /h3 ul liDeep experience in embedded software architecture and hardware-software integration /li liExperience programming for embedded targets using C, C++, C# and Python for test automation /li liExperience working at all stages of software development lifecycle /li liMBSE, MBPLE and SysML modelling experience /li liExperience establishing architectural governance, standards or review boards /li liTrack record of innovation, patents or technology leadership /li liExperience mentoring or coaching senior engineers and architects /li liINCOSE (CSEP/ESEP) or MBSE/SysML certifications /li liMaster's degree or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline. For candidates with degrees obtained outside Belgium, a formal recognition process may be required as part of the hiring journey. /li /ul pWhy this role is for you? At Cochlear, you'll work on blife-changing medical technology /b in a highly collaborative, global environment. We invest deeply in technical excellence, architectural maturity and the professional growth of our people-while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety and regulatory compliance. /p pHow we recognise your contribution. We want Cochlear to be a place where our people enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where our people will feel valued and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr