Wireless Systems Test & 5G Protocol Validation Engineer

Keysight Technologies; Málaga; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Málaga, Spain, is seeking a diligent test engineer to execute system-level and software validation for UE and base station emulation. You will validate 3GPP protocol configurations across layers 1–3 and help shape pre-6G capabilities while designing, implementing, and automating test cases based on product requirements and customer usage scenarios.

The role requires strong Python scripting, experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, containers, and cloud environments, plus

Qualifications

• Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR protocols.
• Strong Python scripting skills.
• Experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, and containers.
• Analytical problem-solving and effective communication in English.
• Familiarity with debugging and software testing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Execute system-level and software validation tests for UE and base station emulation.
• Validate 3GPP protocol configurations across layers 1-3 and contribute to pre-6G capabilities.
• Design, implement and automate test cases from product requirements and customer use cases.
• Collaborate with 3GPP protocol development teams to integrate 5G and pre-6G features.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and test frameworks.
• Analyze test results, reproduce defects, and report findings to cross-functional teams.
• Explore AI-enabled testing tools to boost productivity and coverage.
• Contribute to documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

LTE/NR protocols

Python scripting

Test automation

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or related

Tools

Git

Wireshark

Valgrind/Polaris

Job description

Keysight Technologies in Málaga, Spain, is seeking a diligent test engineer to execute system-level and software validation for UE and base station emulation. You will validate 3GPP protocol configurations across layers 1–3 and help shape pre-6G capabilities while designing, implementing, and automating test cases based on product requirements and customer usage scenarios.

The role requires strong Python scripting, experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, containers, and cloud environments, plus