Wireless System Test And Integration Engineer

Anite; Milano; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Milano is seeking a capable software validation engineer to contribute to wireless system testing, including UE and base station emulation. You will validate 3GPP configurations, design and automate test cases, and collaborate with R&D teams to implement 5G and pre‑6G features.

The role requires strong Python scripting, CI/CD experience, and familiarity with test automation tools, Git, and Wireshark.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, CS, Electronic Engineering or related.
• Strong expertise in 3GPP LTE / NR protocols.
• Python scripting.
• Experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, test automation tools, containers, and/or cloud-based environments.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interest in software testing, automation and quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in a technical environment.
• Strong communication skills and proactive attitude.
• Experience working in a multi-site environment, ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with Git, JIRA, Wireshark, and Valgrind/Polaris is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute system-level and software validation tests for Keysight products, focusing on UE and Base Station emulation.
• Validate 3GPP protocol configurations across Layer 3, Layer 2, and Layer 1, contributing to pre-6G capabilities as standards evolve.
• Design, implement and automate test cases based on product requirements and customer use cases.
• Work with R&D 3GPP Protocol Development teams to integrate 5G and pre-6G features.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts and test frameworks using different scripting languages.
• Set up, configure and maintain test environments, hardware systems and software applications.
• Analyze test results, investigate failures and assist in defect reproduction and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional experts to align on feature implementation and improve quality and customer experience.
• Explore and evaluate AI-enabled tools to improve testing productivity and coverage.
• Contribute to documentation, test reports, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Python scripting

CI/CD

Test automation

English communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, CS, Electronic Engineering

Tools

Git

JIRA

Wireshark

Valgrind/Polaris

Containers

Job description

Overview

Keysight is a mission-critical design enablement partner for organizations solving the world’s most complex engineering challenges. With deep engineering expertise and leading design, emulation, and test solutions, our ~16, employees help customers in over countries accelerate innovation across communications, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace and defense, semiconductor, and artificial intelligence markets. Learn more about what we do.

At Keysight, people come together to explore new ideas, challenge what's possible, and advance the technologies defining the future. Here, you'll find opportunities to do your best work, take your career further, and thrive in an award-winning culture. Learn more about our benefits.

Responsibilities

As part of the Wireless System Test & Integration team, you will:

• Execute system-level and software validation tests for Keysight products, focusing on UE and Base Station emulation
• Validate 3GPP protocol configurations across Layer 3 (RRC and NAS), Layer 2 (MAC, RLC, and PDCP), and Layer 1, while contributing to pre-6G capabilities as 3GPP standards evolve.
• Design, implement and automate test cases based on product requirements and customer use cases
• Work closely with R&D 3GPP Protocol Development teams to integrate 5G and pre‑6G features
• Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts and test frameworks using different scripting languages
• Set up, configure and maintain test environments, hardware systems and software applications
• Analyze test results, investigate failures and assist in defect reproduction and reporting
• Collaborate with cross‑functional experts (systems, RF, software, hardware, protocol, UI, customers/partners) to align on feature implementation, reproduce field issues, debug complex behaviors and to improve product quality and customer experience
• Explore and evaluate AI‑enabled tools and techniques to improve testing productivity and coverage
• Contribute to documentation, test reports, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or related
• Strong expertise in 3GPP LTE / NR protocols
• Python scripting
• Experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, test automation tools, containers, and/or cloud‑based environments
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong interest in software testing, automation and quality. Familiarity with software development and debugging concepts
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in a technical environment
• Strong communication skills and proactive attitude
• Experience working in a multi‑site environment, ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

• Familiarity with tools such as Git, JIRA, Wireshark, and Valgrind/Polaris is a plus.

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