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.
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).
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., 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.

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 thrive 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.
Background in semiconductor product definition, system architecture, or mixed-signal IC design for low-power applications.
Experience with ICs or electronic systems for Automotive applications.
Experience working directly with automotive OEM's and/or Tier 1 suppliers.
Working knowledge of automotive standards such as ISO26262, AEC-Q100, CISPR25 and IEEE 802.3 single-pair ethernet variants such as 100BASE-T1 and 10BASE-T1S.

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!

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