Business Programs Manager (Education & Research)

Keysight Technologies; George Town; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a dynamic Business Programs Manager / Industry Solutions Specialist for the Education and Academic Research market. This role requires 5+ years of experience in a technical or business development role, focusing on the design and implementation of programs tailored to educators and researchers. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical insight, strategic program development skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position is based in George Town, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a technical or business development role.
• Solid knowledge of electronics test and measurement solutions.
• Experience in applications development is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of electronics test and measurement needs.
• Design and implement business programs tailored to educators.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Track industry trends and funding drivers.
• Monitor and analyze program performance metrics.

Skills

Technical insight

Strategic program development

Communication skills

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Function generators

RF/microwave/wireless solutions

Job description

Overview

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and technically proficient professional to join our team as a Business Programs Manager / Industry Solutions Specialist focused on the Education and Academic Research market. This role blends technical insight with strategic program development, driving impactful solutions that meet the evolving needs of educators, researchers, and academic institutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the electronics test and measurement needs in academic labs - including basic instrumentation, general electronics, RF & microwave, wireless communications, and emerging technologies (e.g. AI-native communications network).
• Design, implement, and scale business programs and solution initiatives tailored to educators and researchers, addressing both curriculum-driven needs and research innovation.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders, including internal teams (sales, marketing, business, development, engineering) and external partners (distributors, customers) to ensure alignment, program success, and market relevance.
• Track industry trends, educational technology adoption, competitive offerings, and funding drivers to shape strategies and solutions.
• Contribute to channel strategies and sales initiatives by equipping sales and partners with tools, programs, and insights to grow Keysight’s presence in the academic segment.
• Monitor, analyze, and report program performance metrics. Identify areas for optimization and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical, application engineering, product marketing, or business development role.
• Solid knowledge of electronics test and measurement solutions, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, power supplies and RF/microwave/wireless solutions. Experience in applications development is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with the education and research ecosystem—funding cycles, curriculum trends, competitive landscape, and key influencers.
• Ability to assess business needs, analyze data, and identify trends to drive effective programs and application solutions development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical and business value propositions to diverse audiences
• Experience managing cross-functional projects with defined timelines, resources, and outcomes.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.