2027 Software Internship
Cirrus · London
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Job description
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!
Cirrus Logic is looking for talented Summer and MEng Engineering Interns to join their experienced engineering teams in Edinburgh, Newbury and London, and work on industrial projects relevant to their degree.
This exciting opportunity includes openings in the following areas:
Embedded Firmware
Software Tools
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Software Drivers
System Test
Summer placements are running between June and September.
MEng placements running between April and January.
Departmental Summary:
Embedded Firmware - You should be comfortable writing code in C/C++ and familiar with interpreted languages such as Python. With a strong background in signal processing, mathematical modelling, or algorithm design, you will collaborate with hardware designers to develop, debug, and optimize firmware, enabling the integration of innovative solutions onto commercial product platforms.
Software Tools - You will work alongside experienced software, hardware and UX engineers to create cross-platform desktop tools and developer workflows using technologies such as Java and Python. Your work could contribute to interactive configuration and tuning tools, automation, plugins or APIs used by engineering teams across the company. Experience with Java, Python, C++, C# or desktop application development is helpful, but not a must.
Software Drivers - You should be comfortable writing code in C and familiar with Linux kernel development, debugging tools, and automated test frameworks. With a strong background in computer science, electrical, electronic, or software engineering, and an interest in operating systems and embedded hardware, you will develop, debug, and optimize Linux (and MCU) device drivers, build and run automated tests through CI systems such as Jenkins, and work closely with cross-functional teams to enable reliable integration of commercial and consumer product platforms.
System Test - You should be comfortable writing code in Python and familiar with object-oriented languages like C++. With a background in electrical, electronic, computer, or software engineering and an interest in embedded systems and hardware/software integration, you will develop and run automated functional, system, and stress tests on real hardware, from FPGA emulation through to silicon.
Skills and Requirements:
Enrolled in MEng or BEng in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering or a related subject degree and on track for a 2:1 or better
Some experience with development/evaluation of signal processing
Good understanding of software development principles
Interest in Embedded Systems
Excellent problem-solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What to expect from your internship with Cirrus Logic:
Working on a detailed technical project relevant to your degree
Mentoring, coaching and development by top engineers
Interaction with other students and future leaders
Learning about our values and goals and experiencing a culture that fosters innovation, creativity, and timely execution
Develop your teamwork, planning, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills
A modern, state-of-the-art office environment in Edinburgh or Newbury
Competitive salary, great benefits, discounted lunches, on-site gymnasium, games area, jam room, happy hours, social events and free snacks, drinks & fruit
Candidates for this role must meet U.S. export control eligibility requirements. Due to U.S. export control restrictions and the short duration of this internship, we are unable to sponsor or obtain deemed export licenses for this role. Cirrus Logic follows a 2+ day in-office work schedule but interns should expect to be in the office more often, up to 5 days per week, based on business needs and team preference. Interns must be based within commutable distance of the work location listed on the job posting, or willing to relocate prior to beginning their internship with Cirrus Logic. Diversity drives innovation at Cirrus Logic. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected, and employees are rewarded for their skills, experience and performance. Additionally, Cirrus Logic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, gender, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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