Senior Validation and Characterization Engineer - Global Operations

Cirrus Logic•Austin, TX

1d•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! We’re looking for a Senior Validation & Characterization Engineer to join our team in Austin, TX. In this hands-on role, you’ll lead silicon validation and characterization efforts for advanced mixed-signal products, working closely with design, systems, and product test teams to ensure robust, production-ready solutions. Our products span audio CODECs, amplifiers, haptics/sensing, power delivery and battery management for mobile and consumer applications. Ready to make an impact? Join Cirrus Logic and help us shape the future of audio and power management technology while growing your career in an environment that values innovation and collaboration.

Requirements

BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 5+ years of relevant industry experience
Strong hands-on experience with silicon validation, characterization, or post-silicon debug of mixed-signal ICs.
Solid understanding of mixed-signal circuit blocks such as ADCs, DACs, PLLs, amplifiers, regulators, and sensors.
Experience developing automated test software and scripts (Python preferred).
Familiarity with lab and PXI-based instrumentation (NI PXIe, oscilloscopes, signal generators, audio analyzers, etc.).
Experience analyzing large datasets and presenting results using tools such as Excel, JMP, or Spotfire.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug complex hardware/software interactions.
Excellent communication skills and experience working cross-functionally with design and test teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with audio or power-management IC validation.
Familiarity with digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, I2S, TDM, SPMI).
Experience correlating validation results with production test coverage.
Exposure to embedded firmware or lab automation platforms.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or acting as a technical lead on projects.

Responsibilities

Lead silicon validation and characterization for mixed-signal ICs from first silicon through production release.
Define validation strategies, test plans, and coverage for complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal blocks.
Design and develop automated validation test environments using lab instrumentation and PXI-based systems.
Develop and maintain software frameworks and scripts for validation, characterization, and regression testing (Python preferred).
Design silicon validation boards; review schematics and layouts prior to fabrication.
Perform detailed data analysis to evaluate performance, margin, robustness, and corner conditions.
Collaborate closely with IC design, systems, product test, applications, and reliability teams to debug silicon issues and drive root-cause analysis.
Support correlation between validation, characterization, and production test, helping define test limits and guardbands.
Contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies, documentation practices, and lab efficiency.
Communicate results clearly through documentation, presentations, and cross-functional design reviews.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.