Device Driver Engineer

Cirrus Logic, Inc.•Austin, TX

53d

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 is seeking an experienced software engineer to join our team developing drivers that power advanced audio and haptics experiences in next-generation PCs. In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative team that works closely with hardware, firmware, and applications engineers to deliver high-performance, reliable Windows drivers that brings our cutting-edge technology to life. You'll work in a creative, hands-on environment that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex system-level problems, collaborating across hardware and software teams, and continuously expanding their technical depth. A background in Windows, Linux, or embedded driver development is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in embedded or systems-level software development
Proficiency in C and familiarity with Visual Studio or similar development environments
Strong understanding of OS architecture concepts: synchronization, interrupts, race conditions, and memory management
Experience developing or maintaining kernel-mode or low-level drivers
Familiarity with serial buses and protocols such as I2C, SPI, I2S, HDA, or SoundWire
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills using both software tools and hardware instruments
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with Windows Driver Framework (WDF/KMDF) or equivalent kernel driver model
Understanding of PC architectures, chipsets, and board-level bring-up
Experience with Gerrit-based workflows and CI/CD systems (Jenkins, SonarQube)
Familiarity with static analysis and code quality tools
Knowledge of C++, Python, or scripting for automation and test development
Familiarity with test-driven development

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain Windows drivers, automated tests, and supporting system software
Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and applications teams to define and integrate new devices and features
Investigate and resolve complex issues across software and hardware boundaries using tools such as debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes
Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Write and maintain clear, detailed technical documentation
Support customer engagements and platform validation alongside applications and field teams

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