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Entry Level Validation and Characterization Engineer

Cirrus Logic

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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!
You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional development team validating and characterizing advanced mixed-signal products. You will play a critical role in supporting new product introductions and post-silicon validation/triage. Our high-performance chips enable an incredible mixed-signal experience with highly integrated, platform-level functionality while delivering the lowest power consumption and highest efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Bench test, debug, and characterization of embedded on-chip circuitry (amplifiers, data converters, power converters, etc.) to ensure functionality and performance as per the datasheet
  • Design, develop, and debug silicon validation board-level hardware and bring-up the platforms prior to first silicon
  • Develop automated test framework and regression test suites in TestStand / Python to optimize validation efficiency
  • Develop software stack / framework methodologies based primarily in Python
  • Work with Validation and Production Test engineering peers to implement best practices and continuous improvements to Cirrus Logic backend test methodologies
  • Collaborate closely with Design Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Application Engineers to understand requirements and use cases
  • Analyze test results and identify failures/defects using business intelligence tools such as Spotfire, Excel and JMP
  • Support and develop automation software for test equipment including NI STS / PXIe platforms and bench-top instruments
  • Write technical reports/summaries of all data collected

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Basic fundamental understanding of analog & mixed signal circuitry
  • Knowledgeable in scripting languages, Python preferred, for test automation and data analysis
  • Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others to solve routine problems
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical & diagnostic skills

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience with production mixed-signal IC testers such as NI-STS (HSDIO, DSA, SMU, and/or FPGA PXI instrumentation) would be particularly relevant
  • Able to handle engineering tasks, on an as-needed basis, combining experience in Characterization, Failure Analysis, Test Development, Statistical analysis, and Customer Support
  • Hands-on lab experience including soldering / instrumenting systems is a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. 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.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Cirrus Logic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strive to select the best qualified applicant for any opening and to reward employees based on their skills, experience and performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, gender, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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