R&D Expert Software Engineer - EDA

Keysight Technologies; California, Santa Clara (MO, CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced software engineers to join their innovative team in Electronic Design Automation. This role offers the opportunity to lead the development of high-speed digital EDA solutions, focusing on architectural improvements and code optimization. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a culture where creativity and collaboration thrive. If you have a passion for tackling complex challenges in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in EDA as a software architect or senior software engineer.
• Hands-on experience with complex C++ software development and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineer in a team developing customer-focused high-speed digital EDA solutions.
• Work on architectural improvements, code optimization, and new feature development.

Skills

C++ Software Development

Algorithms

Data Structures

Electronic Circuit Theory

Analog and Digital Signal Processing

Electronic Circuit Simulation

HSD Circuit Design

Communication Skills

Python

Qt

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

IDEs

Libraries

Profilers

Job description

Overview

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

Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

The Design Engineering Software (DES) division of Keysight is a leader in Electronic Design Automation (EDA), empowering advanced electronic design for mobile, aerospace, big data, and AI. We are seeking software engineers with 5+ years of experience in the EDA industry to join our team of talented software developers. This role involves working on various aspects of software engineering, including architectural improvements, refactoring, code optimization, and the development of new algorithms and features.

You will serve as the lead engineer within a team of software and electrical engineers developing customer-focused high-speed digital (HSD) EDA solutions.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in the EDA industry in roles such as software architect or senior software engineer
• PhD or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
• Hands-on experience with complex C++ software development
• Knowledge of algorithms and data structures
• Understanding of electronic circuit theory
• Experience with analog and digital signal processing
• Knowledge of electronic circuit simulation techniques
• Familiarity with HSD circuit design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-have skills:

• Experience with Python and Qt
• Knowledge of Signal Integrity applications
• Understanding of HSD standards such as Serdes (USB, PCIe, etc.) and Memory (DDR, HBM, etc.)
• Experience with Agile software development methodology
• Proficiency with software development tools (IDEs, libraries, profilers, etc.)
• Numerical methods for solving large systems of nonlinear equations on multi-core systems or farms

Additional Information

We are committed to equal opportunity employment. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.

Most offers will be between the minimum and midpoint of the listed salary range. For example, in California, the pay range is from $138,960 to $231,600, with a midpoint of $185,280. Pay ranges vary by region.

US employees may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, flexible spending accounts, insurance options, 401(k), flexible time off, paid holidays, paid family leave, discounts, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and employee stock purchase plans.