R&D Engineer

Why Join Us? 

At Tobii Dynavox, we empower people with disabilities to do what they once did or never thought possible. We call this mission Power to Be You. Our assistive communication technology helps our customers express themselves, connect with the world, and pursue independence, whether through everyday activities like ordering food or extraordinary feats like running a company. Working at Tobii Dynavox, you’ll become part of a team that spans the globe, with offices in the US, Sweden, France, the UK, China, and beyond.   
 
To learn more about what we make possible, meet some of our customers or take a look at some of our solutions. 

In this role, you will join Acapela Group, part of the Dynavox Group.
 

About Acapela Group:

At Acapela Group, we bring together talented people from diverse backgrounds within a rich, multilingual, and inspiring environment. Voice First interfaces are reinventing how we interact with devices and technology. Our mission: creating authentic, expressive voices that simplify and enrich the lives of users worldwide.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced, creative, and motivated Deep Learning R&D Engineer to join our team in Mons, Belgium. Working closely within the R&D group, you will push the frontiers of Machine Learning and speech synthesis research to design and integrate advanced solutions into our core products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize speech modules based on state-of-the-art Deep Learning technologies.

• Design, test, and deploy speech processing technologies supporting a wide range of solutions.

• Conduct focused, goal-oriented research and development while maintaining high standards for deliverable quality.

• Collaborate actively within an international, cross-site team of experts working on high-impact applications (such as My-Own-Voice).
 

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Strong background in statistical modeling techniques and state-of-the-art deep learning applications.

• High proficiency in Python (C/C++ is a strong asset) and solid familiarity with deep learning frameworks/libraries.

• Experience in speech processing, speech synthesis, speech recognition, or Natural Language Understanding (NLU) is a major plus.

• Good working knowledge of Linux or Windows environments.

• Team player, strong sense of ownership, and the ability to creatively turn innovative ideas into efficient, marketable solutions.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Our Values: 

At Tobii Dynavox, our mission guides what we do, and our values guide us in how we do it. Across the organization, we are committed to being Collaborative, Considerate, Curious and Courageous.  We build a trusting environment where every team member prioritizes our customers with empathy and insight. Bold ideas and learning lead to impactful solutions. Driven by curiosity, we continuously challenge the status quo to create meaningful, customer-focused solutions for our customers. 

What We Offer: 

At Tobii Dynavox, we believe in empowering individuals – including our employees - to reach their full potential. Here’s what makes us unique: 

• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a company that transforms lives by giving a voice to those with communication challenges. Every day, your work makes a meaningful and concrete impact. 
• “Yes, and...” Flexibility: Build a rewarding career AND enjoy time with loved ones. We offer flexible work options so you don’t have to choose between personal and professional goals. 
• Growth and Development: Whether you’re advancing your skills or growing your career, we invest in your future with training, learning opportunities, and internal growth paths. 
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative, caring environment where diversity and individuality are valued. You’ll feel connected to both your team and our global community. 
• A Global Leader with Heart: Be part of an innovative, forward-thinking company that combines experience and cutting-edge solutions with a mission to change lives.