Wireless Protocol Software Engineer – Layer 1 and Scheduler

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at 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. Keysight is looking for a Wireless Protocol Software Engineer with strong 3GPP protocol expertise to develop robust software capabilities and APIs for system configuration , working close to standards and real implementations. In this role, you will translate evolving 3GPP specifications into system-level configurability , enabling reliable configuration and validation of protocol behavior across UE and base station emulation .

You will contribute to early 6G pre‑standard implementation activities , partnering across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions. This position sits at the intersection of protocol standards, software engineering, and system configuration APIs , within a multi‑site international environment .

Responsibilities

Design, develop, integrate, and optimize APIs for system‑level configurability . Validate 3GPP protocol configurations , with specific focus on RRC configuration . Support both UE and base station emulation environments. Contribute to pre‑6G standards , following 3GPP evolution and emerging requirements.

• Convert evolving requirements (3GPP releases, operator acceptance needs, O‑RAN priorities) into: Clear software designs and interfaces
• Test workflows Reusable and maintainable components
• Collaborate with cross‑functional experts ( systems, RF, protocol, UI, customers/partners ) to: Reproduce field issues Debug complex behaviors
• Deliver fixes with strong root‑cause discipline

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in 3GPP LTE / NR .

Focus on API management and 3GPP protocols . Proficiency in C# / C++ . Experience with RESTful API design, documentation, development, testing, and debugging. Experience using Swagger . Strong software development and debugging skills. Experience working in a multi‑site / distributed engineering environment . Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in English , both written and verbal. Experience with CI/CD pipelines , automated test frameworks, containers, and/or cloud‑based deployment environments .(preferred) Familiarity with tools such as Git, Valgrind/Polaris, and JIRA . (preferred)

Salary Range (Italy)

€32,940 – €54,890 gross annual CCNL: Terziario, Distribuzione e Servizi (CCNL Commercio) While posted at a specific level, this role may be filled at a different level based on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications. Compensation will be aligned with the final level of the role. Careers Privacy Statement *Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *