Entry Level R&D Software Engineer

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 ~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.

Responsibilities

Launch your career where innovation meets impact.

Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate with a passion for embedded systems and solving real-world engineering challenges? Join the FieldFox Firmware Team and help develop the software behind the world’s most advanced handheld RF and microwave analyzers. These instruments are used globally in labs, on rooftops, and in remote environments where reliability matters.

👉 Learn more: keysight.com/find/fieldfox

This is your opportunity to build features that ship worldwide and make a difference in critical industries. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware in C++/C# for FieldFox handheld analyzers.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and fellow developers to bring new features to life.
• Debug, test, and optimize code for performance and reliability in rugged field environments.
• Participate in Agile development processes, code reviews, and technical discussions.
• Own features from requirements through release.
• Learn from experienced mentors and contribute to meaningful projects from day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in C++/C# and software engineering principles.
• Interest in embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and hardware/software integration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a growth mindset.
• Bonus: Familiarity with RF concepts, signal processing, or test & measurement tools. Experience with Git, JIRA, and Jenkins is a plus.

 What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with real products used by engineers worldwide.
• Mentorship from industry experts and opportunities to grow your technical skills.
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas matter.