Software Engineer C#/C++

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights to the world’s visionaries and innovators 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 technical solutions – and our methods for creating them – help connect and secure the world. Learn more about what we do and how we do it.

 

Our powerful culture has led to us being independently recognized on Fortune 100’s Best Companies List and we are “Great Place to Work” Certified.  We’re driven, collaborative, ethical, and curious, and we value all ideas, especially bold ones. And our culture extends far beyond our own walls. Our corporate social responsibility efforts support our communities, nurture the next generation of engineers, and promote environmental sustainability. 

 

At Keysight, Inclusion, Equity & Diversity is an integral part of our core values.  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 believe everyone should be respected in the workplace and in their communities regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any protected class.  We continuously challenge ourselves to grow in our understanding of inclusion by engaging in a wide variety of diversity programs, initiatives, employee network groups and mentoring/development. This is Keysight – People and Culture - YouTube

About the job

You will develop application level software controlling our BERT (bit error rate tester) and AWG (arbitrary waveform generator) instruments. These instruments are widely used in research and development and enable the next generations of communication technologies. 

About the team

You will be part of a diverse team of hardware developers, FPGA designers, firmware and software engineers in order to create a full solution for our customers. 

Responsibilities

• You will develop software and applications to control our BERT and AWG instruments and visualize measurement results 

• You will design and implement features and functionality according to development plans 

• You will collaborate with your colleagues from various disciplines to define interfaces, discuss requirements, verify the functionality and ensure good software quality. 

Basic Qualifications

• BS, MS or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering (or applicable engineering degree/experience) 
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary team 
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages (C#, C++)  
• Demonstrated software development experience through entire project lifecycle 
• Experience completing integrated hardware & software systems 
• Experience in debugging hardware/software systems using an IDE like Visual Studio 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Good English language skills (min. B2 CEFR) 
• Good German language skills (min. B2 CEFR) 

Desired Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years relevant job experience or education beyond a bachelor’s degree 
• Experience with XML files e.g. as configuration inputs for code generators 
• Experience with electronic test and measurement equipment and software 
• Experience with a version control system, preferably Git 
• Experience with unit tests and integration tests to ensure reliability and quality 
• Digital signal processing (DSP) knowledge 
• Analog, RF and/or microwave background 

Other information

Relocation package is available for this position 

What we offer

• Flexible Working Scheme 
• Monetary Benefits: Vacation bonus, Christmas bonus, Cash profit sharing, Stock Purchase Plan 
• Social Benefits: Pension scheme, Health care for employees, Sick benefits, Direct life insurance, Supplementary Support Plan, Ergonomic programs 
• Insurance: Accident insurance, Business Travel insurance, Private insurance 
• Fringe Benefits: Internal training, Service awards, Employee Counseling Program, Bike Leasing Program, Leisure clubs (sports, hobby, culture) 
• A place within