R&D Engineer 1, Software

Overview

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights 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. Learn more about what we do.

Our 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.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities for FPGA Programmer (Hardware Speed Optimization Focus)

• Design and implement high-performance FPGA logic to interface with external hardware systems, ensuring minimal latency and maximum throughput
• Develop timing-critical modules using VHDL or Verilog to control motors, sensors, or other peripherals with precise speed regulation
• Optimize data paths and clock domains to enhance real-time responsiveness and reduce bottlenecks in hardware communication
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system-level requirements and ensure FPGA designs meet speed and performance targets
• Integrate FPGA designs with embedded processors or microcontrollers, enabling dynamic control of external hardware speed
• Conduct timing analysis and constraint tuning to meet setup/hold requirements and ensure stable operation under varying conditions.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a closely related field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering)

• Solid understanding of digital logic design and embedded systems

• Familiarity with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus

• Experience with hardware description languages (VHDL or Verilog) through coursework or personal projects

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.

California Pay Range:USD $118,660.00- $125,340.00/Year

Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

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