Sr. Staff Embedded Software Test Engineer (SBSH)
Cirrus Logic· Semiconductors· Apr 24, 2026 · 6mo agoPosted 186 days ago
Austin, Texas
Hybrid
Full-time
Staff
$167K–$235K est.
10+ years exp
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Job description
For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
We are looking for an Embedded Software Test Engineer who brings their experience to ensure that our products have been thoroughly tested and deliveries are rock-solid! You will work with cross-functional teams to build robust and scalable test methodologies that meet the high-quality bar that our customers expect. Come join our team in Austin, TX!
Responsibilities:
Design and develop test plans for new features and products (both black box and white box) by translating requirements into test cases and incorporating customer feedback into test plans.
Implement tests during the pre-silicon and post-silicon phases of the product.
Own the communication with cross-functional teams and represent the team in discussions and reviews.
Drive toward automation of all tests within a Continuous Integration environment.
Find issues and triage/debug them with software teams.
Present results to product owners, internal customers, and software developers to assist in resolving defects.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
Experience in embedded systems and Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
Experience with a variety of MCU and DSP cores/processors.
Experience with scripting or programming C/C++ and Python languages required
Understanding of software testing and test automation principles.
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
Experience in lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers and spectrum analyzers for measurement and debugging issues.
Experience developing and implementing embedded software tests on development boards.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Experience with Jira, svn/git, and continuous integration systems (e.g., Jenkins).
Familiar with defect management practices.
Familiar with SDLC.
Experience with Agile Scrum software development.
Experience with SDK development or testing
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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