R&D Software Engineer

Keysight Technologies; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,520 - 227,530; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in California is hiring a Software Engineer to lead the design and development of embedded software and firmware drivers for precision measurement systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. You will collaborate with hardware engineers, build robust CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, and contribute to system‑level testing, reliability, and customer‑focused delivery.

Responsibilities include maintaining software, ensuring security and customer requirements, and staying current

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 4‑8 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and scripting (e.g., Bash/Python).
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming and embedded system architecture.
• Familiarity with Unix‑based development environments and version control (GIT).
• Knowledge of build systems and Makefiles.
• Attention to detail and persistence in identifying root causes of issues.
• Ability to work independently toward project goals with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills; able to manage multiple fast‑paced projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive Department Standards: lead a group of engineers to integrate corporate wide resources and develop best practices for application in laser interferometry.
• Design and Develop: build robust embedded software and firmware drivers in C/C++ for precision measurement systems used in semiconductor manufacturing, including testing to ensure reliability and adherence to customer requirements.
• Maintain and Support: sustain released software codebases to ensure long‑term reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Integrate Across Disciplines: collaborate with hardware engineers and other technical teams to ensure seamless integration with analog/digital systems and negotiate design trade offs.
• Automate and Optimize: develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins; conduct system level debugging and performance tuning.
• Communicate Effectively: present results clearly to peers, management, and cross functional teams.
• Customer-Focused Delivery: ensure current customer demands are met through responsive and high-quality software solutions.
• Document Thoroughly: create and maintain clear technical documentation, including specifications and test protocols.
• Stay Current: apply best practices in embedded systems development and stay informed on industry trends.
• Uphold Standards: demonstrate ethical conduct and compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

C/C++

Bash/Python scripting

Unix-based development

GIT

CI/CD with Jenkins

RTOS (VxWorks)

C#

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer or Electrical Engineering

MS with 4 years experience preferred; BS with 6 years preferred

Tools

Makefiles

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.

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.

Join a dynamic R&D team at Keysight Technologies that’s pushing the boundaries of precision measurement through advanced laser interferometry. We’re hiring a Software Engineer to lead the design and development of software that powers high‑performance motion systems in semiconductor manufacturing. Your contributions will directly enable the production of next‑generation ICs, microprocessors, and memory chips—making a tangible impact on the future of technology.

Responsibilities

• Drive Department Standards: lead a group of engineers to integrate corporate‑wide resources and develop best practices for application in laser interferometry.
• Design and Develop: build robust embedded software and firmware drivers in C/C++ for precision measurement systems used in semiconductor manufacturing, including unit and system‑level testing to ensure reliability, security, and adherence to customer requirements.
• Maintain and Support: sustain released software codebases to ensure long‑term reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Integrate Across Disciplines: collaborate with hardware engineers and other technical teams to ensure seamless integration with analog/digital systems and negotiate design trade‑offs.
• Automate and Optimize: develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for efficient build and test automation; conduct system‑level debugging and performance tuning.
• Communicate Effectively: present results clearly and professionally—both written and verbal—to peers, management, and cross‑functional teams.
• Customer‑Focused Delivery: ensure current customer demands are met through responsive and high‑quality software solutions.
• Document Thoroughly: create and maintain clear technical documentation, including specifications, development processes, test protocols and results.
• Stay Current: apply best practices in embedded systems development and stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Uphold Standards: demonstrate ethical conduct, integrity, and compliance with health and safety policies in all engineering activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 4‑8 years of experience in embedded software development.
  • MS and 4 years of experience preferred.
  • BS and 6 years of experience preferred (+4 years minimum).
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and scripting (e.g., Bash/Python).
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming and embedded system architecture.
• Familiarity with Unix‑based development environments and version control (GIT).
• Knowledge of build systems and Makefiles.
• Attention to detail and persistence in identifying the root cause of unusual results—strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently toward project goals with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills; able to manage multiple fast‑paced projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills across technical disciplines and stakeholder groups, including management, peers, customers, and suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins.
• Experience with RTOS like VxWorks.
• Experience and knowledge of C#.

Careers Privacy Statement

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Compensation & Benefits

Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California pay range: MIN $136,520.00, MIDPOINT $182,020.00 - MAX $227,530.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program.

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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