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Senior Validation Engineer
Cirrus LogicEdinburgh, ScotlandSenior
Apply 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, 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 have a fantastic opportunity for a talented engineer to join our Validation Engineering team. You will be a major contributor of the pre-silicon emulation/post-silicon validation team, passionate about bringing groundbreaking Mixed Signal Audio chips to market. Our high-performance chips enable an incredible audio experience with highly coordinated, platform level functionality while delivering the lowest power consumption and highest efficiency.
You will work in a fast paced, multifaceted and creative environment and quickly become a valued part of our team. We are proud of our dynamic and creative culture, where ideas are listened to and collaboration is part of our nature. Our benefits offering includes an on-site gym, deli, development driven by you, and an environment that rivals the best in the world. Join us now on our global journey, where we strive to push limits and build ground-breaking technology for consumer markets across the globe!
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and execute bench level tests according the validation plan during pre-silicon and post-silicon phases to ensure product meets functionality and performance as per the datasheet
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Bench test and debug of embedded on-chip circuitry (amplifiers, data converters, power converters, etc.) to ensure functionality and performance as per the datasheet.
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Work with Validation and Production Test engineering peers to implement best practices and continuous improvements to Cirrus Logic backend test methodologies.
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Collaborate closely with Design, Systems, and Application Engineers to understand requirements and use cases.
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Design, develop, and debug silicon validation board-level hardware and bring-up the platforms prior to first silicon.
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Develop automated test framework and regression test suites in Python to optimize validation efficiency.
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Analyse test results and identify failures/defects using business intelligence tools such as Spotfire
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Write technical reports/summaries of all data collected.
Required Skills and Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Electronics or other related subject area, and relevant experience in a related field.
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Advanced electrical engineering knowledge in audio electronics, analog, digital or power electronics.
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Solid hands-on experience in lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, audio analyzers, logic analysers, spectrum analysers for measurement and debugging issues
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Sound electrical engineering knowledge in analog, digital, power electronics or audio engineering. This includes mixed signal building blocks such as ADC, DAC, PLLs, amplifiers, signal processing and measurement, IC control/communication protocols
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Self-motivated with excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail - you will need to understand silicon, board and software interactions
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A highly driven approach to problem solving
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Additional
This position is based in our Edinburgh office, UK.
You must be based within commutable distance of the work location listed on the job posting, or willing to relocate prior to beginning employment with Cirrus Logic.
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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.
At Cirrus Logic, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and we are committed to encouraging an open and collaborative culture where different approaches, ideas, and points of view are respected and valued. We aim to promote a workplace where everyone can contribute irrespective of race, colour, national origin, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or disability.