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Our ~16,800 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.\nOur 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.\nJoin 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.\nResponsibilities\nDrive Department Standards: lead a group of engineers to integrate corporate wide resources and develop best practices for application in laser interferometry.\nDesign and Develop: Build robust embedded software and firmware drivers in C/C++ for precision measurement systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. This includes unit and system level testing to ensure reliability, security, and adherence to customer requirements.\nMaintain and Support: Sustain released software codebases to ensure long-term reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction.\nIntegrate Across Disciplines: Collaborate with hardware engineers and other technical teams to ensure seamless integration with analog/digital systems and negotiate design trade-offs.\nAutomate and Optimize: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for efficient build and test automation. Conduct system-level debugging and performance tuning.\nCommunicate Effectively: Present results clearly and professionally-both written and verbal-to peers, management, and cross-functional teams.\nCustomer-Focused Delivery: Ensure current customer demands are met through responsive and high-quality software solutions.\nDocument Thoroughly: Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including specifications, development processes, test protocols and results.\nStay Current: Apply best practices in embedded systems development and stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies.\nUphold Standards: Demonstrate ethical conduct, integrity, and compliance with health and safety policies in all engineering activities.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n4-8 years of experience in embedded software development.\nMS and 4 years of experience preferred\nBS and 6 years of experience preferred (+4 years minimum)\nStrong proficiency in C/C++ and scripting (e.g. Bash/Python).\nSolid understanding of object-oriented programming and embedded system architecture.\nFamiliarity with Unix-based development environments and version control (GIT)\nKnowledge of build systems and Makefiles.\nAttention to detail and persistence in identifying the root cause of unusual results-strong problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently toward project goals with general guidance.\nExcellent organizational skills; able to manage multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously.\nStrong communication skills across technical disciplines and stakeholder groups, including management, peers, customers, and suppliers.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins.\nExperience with RTOS like VxWorks\nExperience and knowledge of C# \nCareers Privacy Statement\n***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***\nKeysight Technologies Inc. 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.\nMost offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.\nCalifornia pay range: MIN $131,230.00, MIDPOINT $174,970.00 - MAX $218,720.00\nNote: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region\nThis role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program\nUS Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:\nMedical, dental and vision\nHealth Savings Account\nHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nLife, Accident, Disability insurance\nBusiness Travel Accident and Business Travel Health\n401(k) Plan\nFlexible Time Off, Paid Holidays\nPaid Family Leave\nDiscounts, Perks\nTuition Reimbursement\nAdoption Assistance\nESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)\nDrive Department Standards: lead a group of engineers to integrate corporate wide resources and develop best practices for application in laser interferometry.\nDesign and Develop: Build robust embedded software and firmware drivers in C/C++ for precision measurement systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. This includes unit and system level testing to ensure reliability, security, and adherence to customer requirements.\nMaintain and Support: Sustain released software codebases to ensure long-term reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction.\nIntegrate Across Disciplines: Collaborate with hardware engineers and other technical teams to ensure seamless integration with analog/digital systems and negotiate design trade-offs.\nAutomate and Optimize: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins for efficient build and test automation. 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