Wireless Protocol Software Engineer - Layer 1 and Scheduler

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 , focused on Layer 1 (L1) and Scheduler , to contribute to advanced 5G and pre‑6G wireless technology development.

In this role, you will work close to standards and real implementations , translating evolving 3GPP specifications into robust, high‑performance software capabilities . You will contribute directly to early 6G pre‑standard implementations , shaping how next‑generation wireless systems are designed, validated, and deployed.

This role operates in a multi‑site international engineering environment , at the intersection of standards, algorithms, and real‑world systems .

Responsibilities

• Design and implement optimized software aligned with 5G L1 algorithms and protocols
• Develop and enhance UE and base station emulation
• Contribute to pre‑6G standards, following 3GPP evolution
• Translate evolving requirements (3GPP releases, operator acceptance needs, O‑RAN priorities) into clear software designs, test workflows, and reusable components
• Collaborate with cross‑functional experts (systems, RF, protocol, product, customers/partners) to reproduce field issues, debug complex behaviors, and deliver fixes with strong root‑cause discipline

Qualifications

• Expertise in 3GPP LTE / NR
• Focus on L1 protocols and Scheduler alogorithms
• C / C++
• Real‑time programming
• Software development and debugging
• Technical communication in English
• NVIDIA CUDA GPU programming (preferred)
• Experience with CI/CD, test frameworks, containers, and/or cloud‑based environments (preferred)
• Experience working in a multi‑site environment (preferred)

Salary Range (Italy): €27,230 – €45,380 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.

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