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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.\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.\nAre you passionate about signal processing, communications systems, and solving complex engineering challenges? Join Keysight's world-class Digital and Photonics R&D team, where you'll contribute to the development of the industry's highest-performance oscilloscopes and measurement solutions used by leading technology innovators around the globe.\nLocated in beautiful Santa Rosa, California, in the heart of wine country, our team develops advanced measurement technologies that enable breakthroughs in next-generation networking, high-speed digital communications, optics, AI infrastructure, and semiconductor technologies.\nAs a Signal Processing Software Engineer, you'll work alongside talented engineers, scientists, and researchers worldwide to develop innovative measurement algorithms, create industry-leading software capabilities, and help customers gain deeper insight into the performance of cutting-edge electronic and photonic systems.\nWhy Join Keysight?\nWork on technology that enables the world's fastest communications networks and data centers\nDevelop innovative DSP and measurement algorithms within measurements used by engineers worldwide\nCollaborate with globally recognized experts in signal processing, optics, communications, and instrumentation\nExperience the full product lifecycle from concept, invention and development through product launch and customer adoption\nContinuous learning, mentorship, and career growth opportunities\nMoves fluidly throughsoftware development, mathematical modeling, signal analysis, and hands-on laboratory work\nMake a measurable impact through technology that shapes the future of connectivity\nResponsibilities\nWhat You'll Do\nAs part of a global, multidisciplinary engineering team, you will:\nDesign, develop, and optimize advanced signal processing algorithms for electrical and optical communication measurements.\nInvent and implement innovative measurement techniques that characterize signal quality, impairments, and system performance.\nDevelop calibration, correction, and compensation algorithms that improve measurement 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Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.\nStrong foundation in mathematical analysis, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), and algorithm development.\nSubstantial evidence of high-quality code development with competence in code generation both with and without AI code gen assistance\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work effectively in collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering teams.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\nInterest in both software development and hands-on laboratory experimentation.\nAbility to learn new technologies, tools, and engineering domains quickly.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:\nDevelopment of signal processing algorithms for communication systems, instrumentation, or measurement applications.\nSignificant programming experience in: C++, or C# with knowledge of one or more of MATLAB, Python, .NET Framework\nSoftware 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innovation through research projects, advanced coursework, internships, patents, publications, or commercial product development.\nOther:\nThis position is on-site in Santa Rosa, California\nRelocation is available for this position\nVisa Sponsorship is not available for this position\nThe level of role and salary will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.\nCalifornia Pay Range: MIN $122,580.00 -MID $159,470.00 - MAX $199,340.00\nNote: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region\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)\nCareers Privacy StatementKeysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nWhat You'll Do\nAs part of a global, multidisciplinary engineering team, you will:\nDesign, develop, and optimize advanced signal processing algorithms for electrical and optical communication measurements.\nInvent and implement innovative measurement techniques that characterize signal quality, impairments, and system performance.\nDevelop calibration, correction, and compensation algorithms that improve measurement accuracy, repeatability, and instrument performance.\nCreate customer-facing software features that simplify complex measurement workflows and improve user experience.\nBuild automated test frameworks and validation tools to assess algorithm performance and measurement integrity.\nAnalyze large waveform datasets and translate measurement results into actionable engineering insights.\nCollaborate across software, hardware, firmware, and system engineering teams to bring new 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