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Cirrus Logic

R&D Signal Processing Software Engineer

Cirrus Logic • US
Python Hybrid
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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, which was 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! 

This role focuses on pioneering research and innovative design for next-generation software systems and platforms. You’ll work on rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept experimentation, turning bold ideas into reality.

Expect hands-on involvement with laboratory data collection and advanced MATLAB processing to develop systems and algorithms for real-time DSP processors—both fixed- and floating-point—across diverse signal processing domains such as audio, acoustics, and power.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in both independent projects and collaborative environments, with a strong creative drive and a proven track record of innovation through publications, patents, or commercial designs. Clear, impactful communication and the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable solutions are essential.

Position Responsibilities

  • Systems design
  • Algorithm design
  • Experiment design
  • Research existing solutions in the open literature
  • Write MATLAB simulation code for the investigation of algorithms
  • Determine and write functional requirements for software algorithms based on high-level requirements from Marketing or Engineering
  • Prepare technical reports and deliver presentations on results
  • Work with company patent attorney to patent developed technologies
  • Generate estimates of footprint requirements (processor cycles, data memory, program memory, etc.)
  • Design and run experiments in the electronics labs, audio labs, anechoic chamber, or live scenarios
  • Participate in reviews of designs, implementations, or documentation prepared by others or self

    • Requirements

  • M.S. with 10 years’ experience or equivalent; degree specializing in signal or data processing (e.g. electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, etc.)
  • Demonstrable experience collecting data in the lab to test out new algorithmic processing ideas
  • MATLAB and C fluency
  • Experience building prototype systems

    • Experience Preferred

  • Speech and/or audio processing
  • Acoustics
  • NREC (Noise Reduction and Echo Cancellation)
  • Electronics design
  • Power systems
  • Lithium-ion battery testing and/or modeling
  • Machine learning
  • Statistical signal processing: adaptive filtering, detection, estimation, stochastic processes
  • Real-time signal processing algorithm implementation
  • Python fluency
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