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BTS with Sonova | Human Impact Through Software Development

Note: All times are in MST

Sonova is an innovative provider of innovative hearing solutions. They exist to foster a world where there’s a solution to every hearing loss and all people can equally enjoy the delight of hearing. As part of the Behind the Scenes event series, we’re taking you on a tour of the digital roles available at Sonova. You don’t need to be a hearing expert to find your place here. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the world, we’ll see you at this event.

The Sonova group is currently present in over 100 countries across the globe and has a workforce of over 14,000 dedicated employees. Curious now? We thought you would be! Learn more about Sonova’s career possibilities here.

This event is digital and free to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

Meet the Speakers

ALANNA KIRCHNER

Software Requirements Analyst, Sonova

Alanna has spent her entire career focused on developing medical devices that deliver real value to patients. She has worked almost exclusively in product development with roles as a mechanical design engineer, project manager, quality team engineering lead and regulatory manager. Prior to joining Sonova earlier this year, Alanna gained experience in the respiratory and dental medical fields. She is now a software requirements engineer at Sonova and works with product development to ensure user requirements are captured and translated effectively into technical specifications.

MILI PRABHAKARAN

Software Project Leader, Sonova

Mili has 24 years experience in various roles in Software Development. Starting out as a developer using Java/J2EE technologies after she completed her CS Eng, she quickly moved on to technical lead positions in Web development and then progressed to leadership roles like Scrum Master and Technical Delivery Manager. Mili has worked in different domains like Telecommunication, Airline, Network Security and Insurance before joining Sononva. Here are Sonova, she’s excited to be a Project lead for the Mobile development team.

LEEANNE PERSAUD

Software Project Leader (Fitting Software), Sonova

Leeanne started her career at Sonova 13 years ago, spending the majority as Software Developer for the Fitting Software team. She cares deeply about the team, the work they do, and especially about how that work is accomplished; tackling design and process improvements surrounding many complex requirements. She recently transitioned into the role of Software Project Lead, where she will put her experience and commitment to use in guiding the transformation of requirements into robust software products.


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