Principal Software Engineer (Embedded SW Development)
US-CA-Calabasas
US Careers (External)
Req #: 48686
Type: Regular
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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. We're looking for a passionate and experienced software engineer to play a key role in the R&D team of Keysight's Network Test solution group. In this role, you will lead or contribute to the design, development, testing, and debugging of cutting-edge features and tools focused on Data Link and Physical Layer networking technologies. You'll collaborate closely with agile and cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver high-performance solutions across the product lifecycle. This position demands a strong foundation in Ethernet networking, Layer 1 protocols, and low-level system development, including hands-on experience working with high-speed SERDES, ASICs, and PHY components from industry-leading vendors. Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and debug software features related to Data Link and Physical layer protocols and standards (e.g., IEEE 802.3, FEC, PAM4, NRZ). * Collaborate across R&D teams to implement scalable and robust solutions. * Work with high-speed Ethernet devices and ensure compliance with relevant IEEE specifications. * Interface at low levels with OS, hardware, and FPGA components. * Engage with customers and vendors as needed throughout the product lifecycle. Qualifications: * Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience in software development, specifically in: * Layer 1 networking protocols and standards (SERDES, ANLT, CMIS, etc.) * ASIC/PHY integration with vendors like Broadcom, Marvell, Intel, AMD * Low-level programming for OS/HW/FPGA interaction * Languages: C, C++, Python * Hands-on experience with Linux platforms and software development best practices. * Embedded device driver experience in communications protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, MDIO, UART) * Familiarity with Agile development and CI/CD pipelines. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Preferred Skills * Experience with platform infrastructure such as ASIC drivers, NPU, BMC, Optics and network OS development * Experience working with virtualization, containerization, and orchestration frameworks such as Docker, Kubernetes and/or similar * Intelligently structure new feature designs and other software changes so that code is scalable, maintainable, and easily mergeable to legacy products as well as new products. * Collaborate with R&D to develop new features and contribute to open source communities like DPDK, Linux kernel * Understanding of DMA, interrupts, processes, memory management, and synchronization. * Automation and scripting using Python, Go, or similar The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below. California pay range: MIN $138,960- MAX $231,600 Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region 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) Careers Privacy Statement Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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