Aerospace RF Software Engineer (C/C++/C#/Python)

Keysight Technologies; Pathhead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Pension plan

Life assurance

Healthcare

Employee assistance program

Holidays: 28 days + 5 statutory

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking a motivated Software Engineer in Edinburgh to design and implement embedded and RF software for aerospace and defense projects. You will work with hardware, software, and test teams across sites, delivering robust, high‑performance solutions.

You will apply C/C++/C# and Python across the software stack, including real‑time systems, verification, and tooling. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem solving, and ownership in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a relevant field.
• Proficient in C, C++, C#, Python; strong software engineering fundamentals.
• Embedded or real‑time software experience.
• Hardware‑software integration and test automation experience.
• Experience with RF signals/systems and measurement concepts.
• Experience with NI TestStand or similar test automation tools.
• Degree in CS, Electronics or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded and RF software for mission‑critical systems.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and test teams across multiple sites (Edinburgh, Loveland, Malaga).
• Debug FPGA interfaces, integrate low‑level software, and build system verification tools.
• Contribute to design reviews and document software interfaces.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering

Tools

NI TestStand

Git

Windows development

Job description

Keysight Technologies is seeking a motivated Software Engineer in Edinburgh to design and implement embedded and RF software for aerospace and defense projects. You will work with hardware, software, and test teams across sites, delivering robust, high‑performance solutions.

You will apply C/C++/C# and Python across the software stack, including real‑time systems, verification, and tooling. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem solving, and ownership in a multidisciplinary environment.