R&D Signal Processing Software Engineer

Cirrus Logic•Chandler, AZ

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on pioneering research and innovative design for next-generation software systems and platforms. You’ll work on rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept experimentation, turning bold ideas into reality. Expect hands-on involvement with laboratory data collection and advanced MATLAB processing to develop systems and algorithms for real-time DSP processors—both fixed- and floating-point—across diverse signal processing domains such as audio, acoustics, and power. We’re looking for someone who thrives in both independent projects and collaborative environments, with a strong creative drive and a proven track record of innovation through publications, patents, or commercial designs. Clear, impactful communication and the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable solutions are essential.

Requirements

M.S. with 10 years’ experience or equivalent; degree specializing in signal or data processing (e.g. electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, etc.)
Demonstrable experience collecting data in the lab to test out new algorithmic processing ideas
MATLAB and C fluency
Experience building prototype systems
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.

Nice To Haves

Speech and/or audio processing
Acoustics
NREC (Noise Reduction and Echo Cancellation)
Electronics design
Power systems
Lithium-ion battery testing and/or modeling
Machine learning
Statistical signal processing: adaptive filtering, detection, estimation, stochastic processes
Real-time signal processing algorithm implementation
Python fluency

Responsibilities

Systems design
Algorithm design
Experiment design
Research existing solutions in the open literature
Write MATLAB simulation code for the investigation of algorithms
Determine and write functional requirements for software algorithms based on high-level requirements from Marketing or Engineering
Prepare technical reports and deliver presentations on results
Work with company patent attorney to patent developed technologies
Generate estimates of footprint requirements (processor cycles, data memory, program memory, etc.)
Design and run experiments in the electronics labs, audio labs, anechoic chamber, or live scenarios
Participate in reviews of designs, implementations, or documentation prepared by others or self