Senior Embedded Test Engineer - Firmware & Automation Lead

Cirrus Logic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic, Austin, TX, seeks a Staff Embedded Software Test Engineer to lead hands-on testing of embedded firmware and software across product cycles. You will craft robust test strategies for cross-functional teams and drive automation efforts to improve coverage and efficiency.

The role requires strong RTOS knowledge, C/C++ proficiency, and experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, delivering high-quality, rock-solid products for top consumer brands.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a relevant engineering field with 6–8 years of embedded testing experience.
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, RTOS, and MCU/DSP cores.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, test frameworks, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement comprehensive test strategies for embedded firmware.
• Lead cross-functional discussions and design reviews.
• Develop automation plans to improve test efficiency.
• Execute tests across pre-silicon and post-silicon phases.
• Triage and debug issues with hardware and software teams.
• Present results, coverage, risks, and defects to stakeholders.

Skills

Embedded systems

RTOS

Python

C/C++

Test automation

Hardware-in-the-loop

Debugging

Leadership

Scripting

Requirements analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Tools

Jira

Git

SVN

Jenkins

Lab equipment

Job description

Cirrus Logic, Austin, TX, seeks a Staff Embedded Software Test Engineer to lead hands-on testing of embedded firmware and software across product cycles. You will craft robust test strategies for cross-functional teams and drive automation efforts to improve coverage and efficiency.

The role requires strong RTOS knowledge, C/C++ proficiency, and experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, delivering high-quality, rock-solid products for top consumer brands.