R&D Firmware Engineer

R&D Firmware EngineerKeysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our 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 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.ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for a talented R&D Firmware Engineer to join our Agile software team. We are looking for a new developer in a team tasked with creating common operating systems for Keysight's instruments. We are a fun-loving group with a strong culture, looking for someone who lives for operating systems.In this role, you will be tasked with creating a highly secured Yocto system.

You will design, develop, test, and debug software features, products, and tooling for Linux system libraries and tools. Across all Keysight products, the operating system is a common thread with the responsibility for meeting security and software standards and delivering features that expand Keysight's technical leadership across all instrument types.Our chosen candidate will:Participate in the full software lifecycle of requirements capture, research and investigation, product definition, design, implementation, test development, testing, and maintenance.As a hands-on technical leader, you will mentor other engineers, coordinate with Keysight internal groups, and resolve complex technical issues.Work closely with other functional areas such as Marketing, R&D, Technical Support, Quality Assurance, Learning Products, etc., within our business unit as well as across other Keysight business groups, to understand the customer's design flow, and to provide whole-product solutions.This position is located in Loveland, Colorado. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to the area.

As an employee at this site, a wide variety of options are available to you: flexible work hours, walking distance to neighborhood parks, 20 minutes away from the Rocky Mountains.QualificationsThe requirements of this position are:BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electric Engineering, Math, Software Engineering or equivalent degree (BS and 5+ years of applicable Software Development experience; MS and 3+ years of applicable Software Development experience)5+ years in software development on Linux platformsCritical skills required of this position are:Must have demonstrated track record of solid experience in object-oriented design and C++ programming skills/C++ standardsQuick learner capable of systems-level thinking and abstractionProficient in compilers (gcc and cross-compilation), debuggers (kgdb, gdb) and performance profilersOperating system hardening and performance analysis skills.A keen problem solver and critical thinker, with a positive and team-oriented approachKnowledge of Yocto and embedded Linux designAdditional desired skills:Development experience with multiple operating systems (Windows or other)Kernel or driver development on any systemWorking knowledge of Python and its family of toolsHardware debugging using logic analyzers and oscilloscopesLoveland, CO Pay Range: MIN $110,740.00 - MAX $184,570.00Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***