We are seeking a motivated Junior Software Application Engineer to join our team. This is a software‑focused role that sits at the intersection of hardware and software, working on cutting‑edge PC audio and haptics technologies for next‑generation consumer products.
In this role, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams—including application software, firmware, and driver development teams, as well as hardware and test organizations—to diagnose issues, communicate findings clearly, and help drive solutions. A key aspect of this position is supporting quick turnaround times and prompt resolution of customer issues to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. This role offers hands‑on exposure to real‑world customer challenges and collaboration with globally distributed engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- Support investigation and resolution of customer‑reported software and system‑level issues using tools such as debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes provide analysis and root causes of customer issues
- Clearly communicate technical issues and findings to cross‑functional teams with varying technical backgrounds
- Collaborate with globally distributed teams to help drive issues toward resolution
- Assist in debugging, reproducing, and triaging problems that span both software and hardware domains
- Contribute to documentation, troubleshooting guides, and process improvements
- Participate in product development discussions by sharing insights from customer use cases
- Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and a strong focus on quality and timely results
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
- 2+ years of relevant professional experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to understand complex technical information and explain it clearly and concisely
- Experience with consumer product development involving both software and hardware
- Passion for problem solving and delivering high‑quality results
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Master’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in the PC ecosystem or related platforms
- Basic familiarity with Windows drivers and operating system fundamentals
- Exposure to audio subsystems or audio architectures
- Experience working with geographically distributed teams
- Familiarity with at least one of the following languages (C, C++, Python, PowerShell)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- 2+ years of relevant professional experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to understand complex technical information and explain it clearly and concisely
- Experience with consumer product development involving both software and hardware
- Passion for problem solving and delivering high-quality results
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.
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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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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.
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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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