R&D Engineer 4, Software
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 17, 2026.
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About the Job: Keysight Technologies is seeking a skilled FPGA Engineer to join our Wireless Test Solutions team. This role focuses on the design, development, simulation, integration, and validation of FPGA-based components within the wireless protocol stack. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, scalable solutions for wireless testing platforms.
About the Team: You'll be an integral part of our vibrant R&D team based in Beijing (China), collaborating closely with teams across the USA and worldwide. We seek a skilled, motivated FPGA engineer to spearhead FPGA development, driving technology innovation to propel Keysight's growth in the rapidly evolving test and measurement market.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and validate FPGA logic on mainstream and state of art FPGA modules for Keysight wireless solutions, including real-time processing such as signal generation/demodulation, channel encoding/decoding.
- Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers to integrate FPGA modules into the Keysight platforms.
- Support, analyze and resolve internal and customer issues.
- Support test automation and regression infrastructure to ensure FPGA builds meet quality and performance benchmarks.
- Document FPGA design specifications, interface specifications, and release notes.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with a focus on FPGA.
- Proficiency in FPGA design with expertise in SystemVerilog/VHDL/Verilog.
- Hands-on experience in FPGA validation, simulation(Questa Sim), and static timing analysis.
- Familiarity with Xilinx devices and Vivado toolchain.
- Strong understanding of digital signal processing, RF systems, and wireless communication protocols (3GPP series).
- Familiar with Matlab.
- Strong understanding of digital circuit design and schematics.
- Ability to multitask and solve complex problems across diverse areas while collaborating with multiple projects.
Nice to Have Qualifications:
- Proficiency in continuous integration and version control.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, TCL) for test and validation workflows.
- Exposure to test and measurement equipment and applications, synchronization, and time-critical applications.
- Self-motivated with strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.
- Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ambitious goals.
- Strong team player.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***
- Design, implement, and validate FPGA logic on mainstream and state of art FPGA modules for Keysight wireless solutions, including real-time processing such as signal generation/demodulation, channel encoding/decoding.
- Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers to integrate FPGA modules into the Keysight platforms.
- Support, analyze and resolve internal and customer issues.
- Support test automation and regression infrastructure to ensure FPGA builds meet quality and performance benchmarks.
- Document FPGA design specifications, interface specifications, and release notes.
Required Qualifications:
- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with a focus on FPGA.
- Proficiency in FPGA design with expertise in SystemVerilog/VHDL/Verilog.
- Hands-on experience in FPGA validation, simulation(Questa Sim), and static timing analysis.
- Familiarity with Xilinx devices and Vivado toolchain.
- Strong understanding of digital signal processing, RF systems, and wireless communication protocols (3GPP series).
- Familiar with Matlab.
- Strong understanding of digital circuit design and schematics.
- Ability to multitask and solve complex problems across diverse areas while collaborating with multiple projects.
Nice to Have Qualifications:
- Proficiency in continuous integration and version control.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, TCL) for test and validation workflows.
- Exposure to test and measurement equipment and applications, synchronization, and time-critical applications.
- Self-motivated with strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.
- Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ambitious goals.
- Strong team player.
Careers Privacy Statement ***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***