Embedded Software Test Manager

1 Day ago • 14 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Embedded Software Test Manager will lead the development and execution of test plans, guide team members, and foster collaboration within cross-functional teams. They will make priority decisions, champion automation, and communicate results. The role involves analyzing and debugging issues and identifying opportunities for enhancement. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring thorough testing of products to meet customer needs. They will need to have a strong understanding of embedded systems, RTOS, and programming languages, alongside the ability to mentor and lead teams. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring thorough testing of products to meet customer needs. They will need to have a strong understanding of embedded systems, RTOS, and programming languages, alongside the ability to mentor and lead teams.
Must have:
  • 14+ years experience in embedded systems and software testing.
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems, RTOS, and programming languages.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams.
  • Experience with lab tools such as oscilloscopes, and analyzers.
  • Strong analytical and debugging capabilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Good to have:
  • Experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development and defect management.
  • Experience with tools such as Jira, Git/SVN, and Jenkins.
  • Background in defining and implementing test automation strategies.

Job Details

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! 


We are looking for an Embedded Software Test Manager who brings their experience to ensure that our products have been thoroughly tested and deliveries are rock-solid!


You will work with cross-functional teams to build robust and scalable test methodologies that meet the high-quality bar that our customers expect. Come join our team in Austin, TX!


Key Responsibilities

    • Lead the development and execution of robust test plans (black box and white box) for new features and products, ensuring thorough coverage and alignment with customer needs.
    • Guide and mentor team members, offering technical expertise and support to overcome complex test and validation challenges.
    • Foster a collaborative environment by engaging effectively with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software and marketing to drive aligned testing strategies.
    • Make sound priority decisions based on project timelines, business impact, and technical feasibility.
    • Champion the adoption of automation across test processes and contribute to the design of a scalable Continuous Integration environment.
    • Own team communication and reporting—clearly present test results, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders including product owners and internal customers.
    • Analyze and debug issues in pre-silicon and post-silicon phases using software tools and lab equipment.
    • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance test coverage, efficiency, and team productivity.


Required Skills and Qualifications

    • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering with 14+ years of experience in embedded systems and software testing.
    • Strong understanding of embedded systems, RTOS, MCU/DSP architectures, and programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, C, C++).
    • Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams through technical challenges and career development.
    • Experience with lab tools such as oscilloscopes, signal/spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
    • Strong analytical and debugging capabilities.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage across all levels of the organization.


Preferred Skills and Qualifications

    • Prior experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role, with demonstrated success in managing teams and delivering high-quality software products.
    • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development, SDLC processes, and defect management best practices.
    • Experience with tools such as Jira, Git/SVN, and Jenkins or other continuous integration systems.
    • Background in defining and implementing test automation strategies and improving engineering workflows through process and tool enhancements.


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Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. 

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