Cirrus Logic

Information Development Engineer

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Austin, TX, USA

Hybrid

Mid level

Hardware • Software

Cirrus Logic's technology elevates the consumer experience for the world's top mobile and consumer applications.

The Role

As an Information Development Engineer, you will develop documentation for silicon products, resolve information bugs, and collaborate on methodology implementations.

Summary Generated by Built In

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!

Cirrus Logic has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Information Development Engineer and Technical Author based in our headquarters office in Austin, TX. This role will be responsible for developing detailed information for Cirrus Logic’s growing variety of silicon devices and related hardware, tools, and systems. Such information includes silicon design specifications, customer-facing data sheets, hardware and software architecture specifications and manuals, etc. We eagerly pursue scripting, data modeling, and process automation to operate more efficiently in collaboration with work partner teams.

Responsibilities:

Assess and develop information requirements for new and existing products
Execute the development of documentation, including: silicon and IP data sheets; architecture specifications; application notes; hardware and embedded firmware user manuals and white papers
Evaluate and resolve information-related bugs across all potentially affected sources
Contribute to the definition and implementation of methodologies to heighten visibility of documentation status and issues; streamline documentation production and release; and improve integration with the silicon design flow and multi-functional use of design information
Review technical information for content, quality, and alignment to defined standards and requirements
Connect with internal customers/stakeholders regarding documentation-related issues and commitments

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Experience in information development/documentation for silicon products
Experience using Adobe FrameMaker, Oxygen XML Editor, and other DITA XML tools
Experience using and configuring version control systems, bug tracking systems, content management/database systems
Ability to address and prioritize immediate tactical needs while maintaining a broader customer enablement approach
Direct oral and written customer interaction
Strong problem-solving skills
Very strong ability to collaborate within a cross-functional product team
Self-discipline to balance/context switch in order to support multiple simultaneous projects and deadlines
Ability to clearly define abstract problems and develop concise and actionable solutions
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with experience in a semiconductor tech writing, applications or systems engineering role

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Experience using and developing structured data content (e.g., XML, IP-XACT, DITA)
Automation and scripting capabilities (e.g., Python, Perl, ExtendScript, XSLT)
Mixed-signal hardware and audio-related background
Hands-on hardware and/or software experience
Analog, digital, and mixed-signal fundamentals
Atlassian Confluence
Microsoft Visio
Automation using Jenkins, CI (Continuous Integration) pipelines

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.

Skills Required

Experience in information development/documentation for silicon products
Experience using Adobe FrameMaker, Oxygen XML Editor, and other DITA XML tools
Experience using and configuring version control systems
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with experience in semiconductor tech writing

Cirrus Logic Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cirrus Logic and has not been reviewed or approved by Cirrus Logic.

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.
Parental & Family Support — Programs span paid parental leave, fertility/adoption/surrogacy coverage, backup/dependent‑care supports, and a structured flex return. Feedback suggests family‑building depth is a notable strength of the package.
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.

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The Company

HQ: Austin, TX

1,604 Employees

Year Founded: 1984

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!