Product Teardown Research Engineer

Cirrus Logic • Austin, TX

3d

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing product tear-downs and competitive analysis. Reverse engineer the latest electronic gadgets to determine sub-system and IC functions and collect measurement data to determine key behavior and characteristics. Provide a complete analysis of the overall system, subsystems, and specific ICs for electronic devices in categories such as smartphones, tablets, hearables, wearables, smart home, and automotive infotainment.

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience reverse engineering devices and circuits with lab experience in system and device-level functional testing
• Experience with multiple applications/technology used in electronic products such as audio, autofocus and optical image stabilization, voice coil or other motor drive/control, MEMS, inertial/light/pressure/magnetic/touch/force/temperature sensors, haptics, wireless radios/protocols, USB or other complex serial bus protocols
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and optimistic attitude to addressing challenges
• Exceptional written, verbal communication and presentation skills with the ability to succinctly compile and compose written reports
• Task and detailed oriented; very organized
• Dynamic and able to learn quickly, self-starter, and unafraid to ask questions

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics
• Knowledge of closed loop control and adaptive algorithms
• Understanding of kernel level coding and debugging and device drivers
• Programming or macro/script development experience

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer detailed product information by identifying areas of interest, selecting appropriate analytical techniques, and evaluating results
• Compose and perform innovative test experiments to determine system and IC performance
• Work closely with subject matter experts in Systems, Design, and Marketing teams to analyze results and determine relevance to internal developments
• Deliver comprehensive assessments of electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical sub-systems and components in a product, including diagrams for system connectivity and circuit schematics where possible
• Assess product architectures and provide reasoning for design choices
• Provide material lists including estimated passive component and IC costs/pricing
• Assess competitive IC’s capabilities and physical analysis for analog/digital/memory structures
• Provide HW/FW/SW interaction analysis, algorithm functional analysis, and protocol analysis
• Develop equipment and techniques for the analysis of new devices and technologies; perform experimental research to find and define solutions
• Engage external data sources/services/contractors or outsource functions as required
• Produce reports and build competitive database
• Keep up with news about competitors and new electronics products/technology
• Communicate ideas and specifications to technical audiences
• Autonomously manage task list and competing priorities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level