At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.
As a Senior Software Development Engineer on the Connectivity team, you will help build and enhance the Bluetooth technologies that power the Sonos ecosystem. You will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, test, and maintain Bluetooth software that delivers reliable, high-quality connectivity experiences across our products.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a critical technology area, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to innovative features that improve the customer experience.
Location: This is a hybrid position based in our Boston office. Team members are expected to work from the office at least three days per week to foster collaboration, innovation, and strong cross-functional partnerships.
Visa Sponsorship: Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.
What You’ll DoDesign, develop, test, and maintain Bluetooth software for Sonos products.
Implement new Bluetooth features and improve existing functionality to enhance performance, reliability, and interoperability.
Investigate, debug, and resolve software defects and customer-reported connectivity issues.
Collaborate with Product, QA, Mobile, Platform, and Hardware Engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
Participate in software design discussions, code reviews, and technical planning.
Develop and maintain automated tests to improve software quality and regression coverage.
Contribute to continuous improvements in engineering processes, tooling, and development practices.
Stay current with Bluetooth standards and emerging technologies to help drive future innovation.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
3–5 years of professional software development experience.
Strong programming skills in C/C++.
Experience developing software on Linux or embedded systems.
Familiarity with Bluetooth Classic and/or Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Experience debugging complex software issues and working across hardware/software boundaries.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment.
Experience with consumer electronics or IoT devices.
Familiarity with Bluetooth SIG specifications, profiles, and protocols.
Experience with Wi-Fi or other wireless networking technologies.
Experience with automated testing, CI/CD, and modern software development tools.
Knowledge of Agile software development practices.
Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.
The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:
$137,000 and $170,900The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate’s geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market. Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting
An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required
80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually
Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year
Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition
Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance
Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being
A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years of professional software development experience
- Strong programming skills in C/C++
- Experience developing software on Linux or embedded systems
- Familiarity with Bluetooth Classic and/or Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
- Experience debugging complex software issues and working across hardware/software boundaries
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment
- Experience with consumer electronics or IoT devices
- Familiarity with Bluetooth SIG specifications, profiles, and protocols
- Experience with Wi-Fi or other wireless networking technologies
- Experience with automated testing, CI/CD, and modern software development tools
- Knowledge of Agile software development practices
Sonos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sonos and has not been reviewed or approved by Sonos.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with in‑network preventive care covered and day‑one eligibility indicate comprehensive healthcare support. Wellness programs and access to mental‑health resources further reinforce depth of coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave applies to both birthing and non‑birthing parents globally, with additional medical recovery time for birthing parents. This breadth positions family support as a clear strength of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — An open time off policy in the U.S. and company holidays provide flexible avenues for rest. Paid volunteer time adds further optionality for time away.
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What We Do
We connect millions of listeners all around the world to the content they want, where and how they want it. Since inventing multiroom wireless audio in 2005, we have continuously innovated the listening experience, designing hardware and software that celebrates sound, empowers our customers, and brings the home to life. Our team is made up of passionate players united by a culture of respect, transparency, collaboration, and ownership who want to inspire the world to listen better.
Why Work With Us
Sonos is a global company that boasts a rich culture of diversity and innovation. With over 1,800 employees distributed across the world, we work remotely from home or an office location (when required). We value a diverse workforce that enables each employee to do the best work of their life and contribute to projects they are passionate about.
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