Senior Software Application Engineer

Cirrus Logic • Austin, TX

17h

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Application Engineer to join our team. This is a software‑centric role operating at the intersection of hardware and software, with a strong focus on advanced PC audio and haptics systems and end‑to‑end customer solutions. As a senior member of the team, you will act as a key technical leader, working closely with system engineers, application software, firmware, and driver developers, along with hardware and test teams, to resolve complex customer issues and influence cross‑functional technical direction. This role requires a strong sense of urgency, consistently delivering fast turnaround and high‑quality resolutions to customer problems in order to maintain exceptional customer satisfaction. You will also help identify trends, shape processes, and provide system‑level insight across the full audio and haptics solution stack. The ideal candidate is a clear and confident communicator with deep technical judgment and ownership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience (3+ with Master’s Degree)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to distill complex technical issues into clear, actionable guidance
• Strong experience with consumer product development spanning both software and hardware
• Proven track record of technical ownership, problem solving, and delivering high‑quality results on schedule

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• 7+ years of relevant industry experience
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages (C, C++, Python, PowerShell)
• Strong experience within the PC ecosystem
• Solid working knowledge of Windows drivers and OS‑level subsystems
• Experience with audio subsystems and end‑to‑end audio architectures
• Extensive experience working with and leading efforts across globally distributed teams

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical investigation and resolution of complex customer‑reported software and system‑level issues
• Using tools such as debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes provide analysis and root causes of customer issues
• Serve as a primary technical interface between customers and internal engineering teams
• Clearly and effectively communicate complex technical concepts to cross‑functional and non‑technical stakeholders
• Drive cross‑functional teams toward root cause analysis and sustainable solutions
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to accelerate issue resolution and product improvement
• Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve product quality, tools, and processes
• Influence product and platform decisions by providing real‑world customer and system‑level insights

What This Job Offers

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