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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.\nWe are seeking a Senior R&D Engineer to contribute to the development of the next generation of computational electromagnetic (CEM) solvers that power Keysight's simulation portfolio. This role focuses on the core numerical engine, including Finite Element Methods (FEM), Method of Moments (MoM), Finite Difference Time Domain (FDTD), sparse matrix solvers, meshing technologies, eigenvalue and eigenmode analysis, high-performance parallel computing, and advanced boundary condition formulations.\nThe ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in computational electromagnetics, numerical methods, scientific computing, and software engineering, with a passion for developing robust, scalable, and high-performance simulation technology. You will work on the numerical infrastructure and algorithms that enable the efficient and accurate solution of Maxwell's equations for complex electromagnetic systems.\nA major focus of this role is enabling simulation technologies for superconducting quantum processors, resonators, couplers, packaging structures, control and readout networks, and cryogenic microwave environments.\nWhile the end applications are quantum-focused, the work itself centers on advancing the solver infrastructure, numerical algorithms, and software architecture that make these capabilities possible. You will work alongside experts in computational electromagnetics, quantum engineering, applied mathematics, and scientific software development to create scalable, production-grade simulation technology used by researchers and engineers developing the next generation of quantum computing systems.\nResponsibilities\nYou will collaborate with multiple Keysight R&D organizations to:\nExtend computational EM capabilities across Keysight simulation products\nImprove EM-circuit-system co-simulation workflows\nDevelop methodologies for advanced packaging, RF/microwave systems, and quantum technologies\nCreate scalable simulation approaches that leveragemodern HPC architectures\nTranslate emerging customer requirements into reusable EDA capabilities\nQuantum computing is the mainapplication area, but the primary objectiveis the advancement of computational EM technologies that support a broad range of engineering domains.\nKey Responsibilities\nWork with existing EDA product teams including computational EM, Quantum, RF/microwave, and circuit simulation groups to define and develop new simulation capabilities.\nDevelop and validateadvanced computational electromagnetic workflows for challenging multi-scale and multi-physics problems.\nCollaborate with software engineering teams to transform simulation methodologies into product features and production-quality solutions.\nApply computational EM techniques to emergingtechnology areas including quantum computing, superconducting devices, advanced packaging, high-frequency interconnects, and cryogenic systems.\nCreate validated application workflowsdemonstratingend-to-end design methodologies from layout through EM simulation and system-level analysis.\nImprove scalability and performance of simulation workflows through efficient modeling strategies and HPC technologies.\nCorrelate simulation results against measurement data, analytical models, and published results.\nPartner with customers and internal application teams to identifyfuture simulation requirements and product opportunities.\nProduce technical documentation, validationexamples, and reference workflows that accelerate customer adoption.\nQualifications\nRequired Skills & Experience\nBachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field. 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