Systems Engineer - Product Definer

Cirrus; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic in Edinburgh, UK, seeks a Systems Engineer to define next-generation ICs for the Industrial sector. You will lead concept investigations, own system architecture, and translate customer needs into engineering requirements, while collaborating across engineering, marketing, and executive teams.

The role is hybrid with 2+ in-office days, based in Edinburgh. Travel is expected ~4–6 weeks per year, and candidates should be ready to engage with customers and industry events.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven analytical and communication skills, and ability to influence technical direction.
• Collaborative mindset and logical approach to problem-solving across functional boundaries.
• Natural ability to rapidly learn new concepts and technologies.
• Experience working directly with customers and translating market needs into engineering solutions.
• Able to manage competing priorities and thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable presenting technical content to wide audiences up to Executive Leadership level.
• Hands-on experience with lab-based competitive analysis and teardown investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead new concept investigations with feasibility studies and competitive technical analysis, including lab-based analysis and teardowns.
• Own product architecture definition and capture system requirements with customers and internal teams.
• Evaluate architectural trade-offs to propose optimal technical solutions.
• Define product roadmaps in collaboration with marketing and design leadership.
• Be the voice of the customer, translating needs into actionable engineering requirements.
• Engage with customers to present concepts and build technical relationships.
• Represent Cirrus Logic at industry conferences and forums to promote products and ensure standards compatibility.
• Support customer engagements globally (travel: ~4–6 weeks/year).
• Drive technical direction and align stakeholders up to executive leadership level.
• Unambiguous communication of system requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on product development strategy to cross-functional teams.
• Deliver input into design specs, verification/test plans, and go-to-market collateral.
• Participate in IC and board-level design reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Customer engagement

Prioritization

Public speaking

Lab-based analysis

Learning agility

Education

Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

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 solutionsfor 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’re hiring a Systems Engineer to lead the definition of next-generation integrated circuits (ICs) for our Industrial business. This is a strategic, cross-functional role that blends technical leadership, customer engagement, and product vision. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges with world-class teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities: Product Definition & Architecture

• Lead new concept investigations working closely with engineering and marketing teams to conduct feasibility studies and competitive technical analysis – including lab-based analysis and teardowns – to inform product development and strategic decision‑making.
• Own product architecture definition and the capture of system requirements in collaboration with key customers and internal teams.
• Evaluate architectural trade‑offs to propose optimal technical solutions aligned with market needs.
• Partner with marketing and design leadership to define product roadmaps that resonate with customers and deliver against long‑term business goals.

Key Responsibilities: Customer Focus

• Be the “voice of the customer” within Cirrus Logic – translate customer needs into actionable engineering requirements and drive customer‑centric decision making.
• Engage with customers to present product concepts and specifications, and develop the technical relationships required to identify key product requirements and opportunities.
• Represent Cirrus Logic at industry conferences and forums to promote our products and ensure standards compatibility.
• Support customer engagements globally (travel: approx. 4-6 weeks/year).

Key Responsibilities: Communication and Collaboration

• Drive technical direction by influencing architectural decisions and technology roadmaps, leveraging clear and compelling communication to align stakeholders up to executive leadership level.
• Unambiguously communicate system level requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on product development strategy to cross‑functional engineering teams – be a sounding board for the development team.
• Deliver expert input into design specifications, verification and validation test plans, and go‑to‑market collateral.
• Participate in IC and board‑level design reviews

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equivalent), with strong foundational EE skills.
• Proven analytical and communication skills, and able to influence technical direction.
• Collaborative mindset and logical approach to problem‑solving across functional boundaries.
• Natural ability to rapidly learn new concepts and technologies.
• Experience working directly with customers and translating market needs into engineering solutions.
• Able to manage competing priorities and thrives in fast‑paced environments.
• Comfortable presenting technical content to wide audiences up to Executive Leadership level.
• Hands‑on experience with lab‑based competitive analysis and teardown investigations.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Background in semiconductor product definition, system architecture, or mixed‑signal IC design for low‑power applications.
• Experience with ICs or electronic systems for Industrial applications within Industry 4.0, Electrification, and/or Smart Infrastructure.

This role is based in our Edinburgh office, UK.

This is a hybrid position and will follow a 2+ day in‑office work schedule, with in‑office days based on business needs and team preference. 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.

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.