Embedded Software Test Co‑op: Automation & Quality

Cirrus Logic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic in Austin, TX seeks an Embedded Software Test Engineer intern to help ensure robust testing of our products. You will collaborate with hardware, software, and firmware teams to design test plans and automate verification in pre- and post-silicon environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, debugging, and learning CI workflows, with in-office requirements and potential relocation for candidates near Austin. This paid internship offers visibility across product teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering OR a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with MCU and DSP cores/processors.
• Experience with scripting or programming languages such as Python, shell, C, or C++.
• Understanding of software testing and test automation principles.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test plans for new features and products (black/white box) translating requirements into test cases.
• Implement tests during pre-silicon and post-silicon phases.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams and represent the team in reviews.
• Drive toward automation of tests within a Continuous Integration environment.
• Find issues and triage/debug with software teams.
• Present results to product owners, internal customers, and developers to assist in resolving defects.

Skills

MCU and DSP cores

Scripting languages (Python, shell, C,

Software testing & test automation

Debugging & problem solving

Lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal/±

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Jira

SVN/Git

Continuous integration (Jenkins)

Defect management

SDLC

Agile Scrum

Development boards for embedded tests

Job description

Cirrus Logic in Austin, TX seeks an Embedded Software Test Engineer intern to help ensure robust testing of our products. You will collaborate with hardware, software, and firmware teams to design test plans and automate verification in pre- and post-silicon environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, debugging, and learning CI workflows, with in-office requirements and potential relocation for candidates near Austin. This paid internship offers visibility across product teams.