Cirrus Logic is a leading expert in low power, mixed-signal processing, and a supplier of innovative solutions in audio, voice and haptics. We develop solutions to help our top customers handle sophisticated challenges in generations of mobile and consumer devices that deliver outstanding experiences! We are adding a team member to perform failure analysis on mixed-signal IC devices. Are you a collaborative team member who can provide solutions to customer returns, support product qualifications and support new product development efforts? If yes, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Perform device level FA in a collaborative environment to support customer returns, product qualifications, yield excursions, and new product development.
- Perform electrical and physical fault isolation on mixed-signal IC devices to identify root cause of failure in a timely and efficient manner
- Produce technical reports of failure analysis findings
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering with coursework supporting Semiconductor IC failure analysis
- Knowledge of semiconductor device physics.
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering with coursework supporting Semiconductor IC failure analysis
- 1+ years proven track record in failure analysis of IC devices
- Familiarity with electrical fault isolation tools and techniques such as photoemission, static and dynamic laser stimulation, LVx, scan diagnostic techniques, ATE, thermal imaging, nanoprobing, and applications bench testing
- Familiarity with CAD layout, ATE and bench test Datalogs, digital and analog circuits, device physics, IC fabrication and assembly
- Familiarity with common IC failure mechanisms and qual stress configurations
- Familiarity with physical failure analysis tools and techniques such as SEM, FIB, AFM, planar delayering, chemical deprocessing, chemical decoration
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with at least 6 years of hands-on experience in IC failure analysis
- Proficiency in electrical fault isolation techniques including photo-emission, static and dynamic laser stimulation, LVx, scan diagnostics, ATE, thermal imaging, nanoprobing, and bench testing
- Strong understanding of CAD layout, ATE and bench test datalogs, digital and analog circuit design, device physics, IC fabrication and packaging
- Familiarity with common IC failure mechanisms and qualification stress methods
- Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license (export-control constraint)
- Master's degree in Engineering or related discipline
- Experience with physical failure analysis tools and techniques such as SEM, FIB, EDS, AFM, planar delayering, chemical deprocessing, chemical decoration
Cirrus Logic Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare includes multiple medical, dental and vision options, mental‑health resources, wellness programs, and access to an on‑site clinic in Austin. Feedback suggests these offerings underpin strong total‑rewards sentiment.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Compensation design features semiannual performance bonuses, profit‑sharing, and recognition awards that augment base pay. Feedback suggests these incentives help maintain competitive total compensation in key engineering roles.
Cirrus Logic Insights
What We Do
Cirrus Logic is a leading supplier of low-power, high-precision mixed-signal processing solutions for mobile and consumer applications. The company has a robust portfolio of sophisticated low-power products, including boosted amplifiers, smart codecs, camera controllers, haptic driver and sensing solutions, power conversion and control Integrated Circuits, and fast-charging Integrated Circuits. These solutions have innovative technology, software and associated algorithms incorporated. With a strong intellectual property portfolio and extensive mixed-signal expertise, Cirrus Logic is well-positioned to drive innovation and growth in the evolving markets of audio and high-performance mixed-signal processing technologies. We are hiring like crazy! Please visit our careers portal at cirrus.jobs to check out our available openings!
Why Work With Us
Engineering drives our company, and innovation isn’t just encouraged – it’s expected! This is a culture where you get to work with some of the largest, most innovative customers and products on the planet on a daily basis and where everyone is a key contributor to the company’s success. There are no Miltons here!
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