Senior Software Applications Engineer

Posted 25 Days Ago
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Austin, TX, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Hardware • Software
Cirrus Logic's technology elevates the consumer experience for the world's top mobile and consumer applications.
The Role
The Senior Software Application Engineer will lead technical investigations, resolve complex customer issues, and collaborate globally on product improvements in audio and haptic systems.
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! 

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Application Engineer to join our team. This is a software‑centric role operating at the intersection of hardware and software, with a strong focus on advanced PC audio and haptics systems and end‑to‑end customer solutions.

As a senior member of the team, you will act as a key technical leader, working closely with system engineers, application software, firmware, and driver developers, along with hardware and test teams, to resolve complex customer issues and influence cross‑functional technical direction. This role requires a strong sense of urgency, consistently delivering fast turnaround and high‑quality resolutions to customer problems in order to maintain exceptional customer satisfaction. You will also help identify trends, shape processes, and provide system‑level insight across the full audio and haptics solution stack. The ideal candidate is a clear and confident communicator with deep technical judgment and ownership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical investigation and resolution of complex customer‑reported software and system‑level issues 
  • Using tools such as debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes provide analysis and root causes of customer issues
  • Serve as a primary technical interface between customers and internal engineering teams
  • Clearly and effectively communicate complex technical concepts to cross‑functional and non‑technical stakeholders
  • Drive cross‑functional teams toward root cause analysis and sustainable solutions
  • Collaborate with global engineering teams to accelerate issue resolution and product improvement
  • Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve product quality, tools, and processes
  • Influence product and platform decisions by providing real‑world customer and system‑level insights

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience (3+ with Master’s Degree)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to distill complex technical issues into clear, actionable guidance
  • Strong experience with consumer product development spanning both software and hardware
  • Proven track record of technical ownership, problem solving, and delivering high‑quality results on schedule

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
  • 7+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Proficiency in at least one of the following languages (C, C++, Python, PowerShell)
  • Strong experience within the PC ecosystem
  • Solid working knowledge of Windows drivers and OS‑level subsystems
  • Experience with audio subsystems and end‑to‑end audio architectures
  • Extensive experience working with and leading efforts across globally distributed teams

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. 


Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience (3+ with Master's Degree)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to distill complex technical issues into clear actionable guidance
  • Strong experience with consumer product development spanning both software and hardware
  • Proven track record of technical ownership, problem solving, and delivering high quality results on schedule

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!

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