Audio Applications Engineer

Cirrus Logic, Inc. • Austin, TX

48d • Hybrid

About The Position

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! Cirrus Logic's Mixed-Signal Product Division is seeking a passionate and experienced Audio Applications Engineer to support the launch of our cutting-edge automotive audio amplifier products. This is more than just a technical role-it's an opportunity to be part of a company that values innovation, execution and teamwork. In this role, you'll collaborate with a world-class group of engineers who are driving innovation in next-generation audio amplifier solutions for automotive applications.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of Applications or Systems Engineering experience supporting audio products
• Experience with audio amplifiers and power electronics
• Proven experience debugging customer system level issues
• Strong hands-on experience analyzing and evaluating audio products with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, Audio Precision analyzers, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
• Experience with PCB schematic and layout design, including component selection
• Demonstrated aptitude in understanding of various industry interface standards such as I2C, SPI, I2S or high speed control/data bus
• Familiarity with scripting/programming language such as Python or similar
• Strong ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing
• Effective interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automotive standards (e.g., AEC-Q100, ISO 11452, ISO 26262, ISO 7637, ISO 16750)
• Extensive experience debugging hardware and software issues
• Proficient in writing MATLAB and Python scripts
• Understand audio signal processing algorithms and techniques
• Experience with audio analysis software, MATLAB, and/or Excel mathematical analysis
• Experience working with cross functional teams and customer
• Passion for Audio technology
• Proven experience working in a fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Provide direct engineering support to customers to ensure the successful integration and optimization of Cirrus Logic's advanced audio amplifier solutions.
• Support the design and review of customer's PCB schematics and layouts
• Conduct customer-application focused circuit analysis and data collection
• Travel to customer sites to support design-in and debug activities
• Lead the design of the customer development boards for new audio products
• Develop product collateral such as application notes, reference designs and demos
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams during the product development. This includes working with IC Design engineers, Systems engineers, Validation engineers, Test Engineers, Software engineers, and others
• Support the Marketing and Sales teams during the product promotions and conferences
• Collaborate with the Systems team on the definition of new products and features
• Lead technical trainings for customer and field teams
• Autonomously handle and prioritize tasks with strong sense of ownership and high sense of urgency

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees