Entry Level Validation and Characterization Engineer jobs in United States
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Cirrus Logic · 11 hours ago

Entry Level Validation and Characterization Engineer

positionAustin, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Cirrus Logic is a company known for its innovative solutions in mixed-signal processing and a strong employee culture. The role involves validating and characterizing advanced mixed-signal products, supporting new product introductions, and performing post-silicon validation and triage.

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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

Qualification

Analog & mixed signal circuitryPythonTest automationData analysisHands-on lab experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

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

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

Company

Cirrus Logic

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Cirrus Logic is an industry leader in low-power audio and high-performance mixed-signal processing technology that creates immersive user experiences for the world’s top mobile and consumer applications.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Austin, Texas, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://cirrus.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$5.8M
2017-04-01Acquired
2016-02-11Debt Financing· $0.23M
2015-03-24Series Unknown· $0.58M

Leadership Team

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Melissa Miccichi PHR, SHRM-CP
Senior HR Business Partner
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