About the Team Keysight Design Engineering Software (DES) is Keysight's software business that develops tools, workflows, solutions, and devices to accelerate customer development cycles for complex ...
About the Team Keysight Design Engineering Software (DES) is Keysight's software business that develops tools, workflows, solutions, and devices to accelerate customer development cycles for complex ...
2026/2027 - Associate Faculty - Small Business Development Entrepreneurship (Business)
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$60.76 - $154.09/hr
Required (for Small Business Development/Entrepreneurship): Bachelor's degree AND two years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of related experience; OR an Associate's degree AND six years ...
2026/2027 - Associate Faculty - Small Business Development Entrepreneurship (Business)
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$60.76 - $154.09/hr
Required (for Small Business Development/Entrepreneurship): Bachelor's degree AND two years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of related experience; OR an Associate's degree AND six years ...
Technical Business Development Representative - Data Center Cooling (HDLC) Western US
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site +1
Participate in the development and execution of strategic and tactical business plans. * Collaboratively work with leadership to set the overall commercial engagement and growth strategy for advanced ...
Technical Business Development Representative - Data Center Cooling (HDLC) Western US
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site +1
Participate in the development and execution of strategic and tactical business plans. * Collaboratively work with leadership to set the overall commercial engagement and growth strategy for advanced ...
Leadership Development Analyst
$110K - $150K/yr
Depending on business needs, the Analyst will rotate through two or more of the following areas ... Business Development: Research and contribute to recommendations on potential strategic ...
Leadership Development Analyst
$110K - $150K/yr
Depending on business needs, the Analyst will rotate through two or more of the following areas ... Business Development: Research and contribute to recommendations on potential strategic ...
Leadership Development Analyst
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Business Development: Research and contribute to recommendations on potential strategic ... partnerships or collaborations. * Opportunity Assessments: Help evaluate new business opportunities ...
Leadership Development Analyst
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Business Development: Research and contribute to recommendations on potential strategic ... partnerships or collaborations. * Opportunity Assessments: Help evaluate new business opportunities ...
You will oversee a team of Business Development Representatives focused on creating exceptional first interactions, executing high-quality outbound prospecting, and delivering predictable top-of ...
You will oversee a team of Business Development Representatives focused on creating exceptional first interactions, executing high-quality outbound prospecting, and delivering predictable top-of ...
General Management Development Associate
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$175K - $200K/yr
Depending on business needs and candidate expertise, the Associate will rotate through two or more ... Business Development: Evaluate and guide recommendations on strategic partnerships, licensing, and ...
General Management Development Associate
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$175K - $200K/yr
Depending on business needs and candidate expertise, the Associate will rotate through two or more ... Business Development: Evaluate and guide recommendations on strategic partnerships, licensing, and ...
Small Business Specialist - San Francisco Bay Area
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$500K/yr
Actively deepens existing customer relationships through routine calling and develops new relationship opportunities through business development activities. Combines digital tools with strong human ...
Small Business Specialist - San Francisco Bay Area
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$500K/yr
Actively deepens existing customer relationships through routine calling and develops new relationship opportunities through business development activities. Combines digital tools with strong human ...
Actively deepens existing customer relationships through routine calling and develops new relationship opportunities through business development activities. Combines digital tools with strong human ...
Actively deepens existing customer relationships through routine calling and develops new relationship opportunities through business development activities. Combines digital tools with strong human ...
Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
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Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
Business Banking Officer
Sonoma, CA · On-site
$76K - $81K/yr
Business Development * Maintain weekly standard of 15 quality calls. Achieve a 2 to 1 prospect to client ratio. * Daily boxtime is required. A minimum of 3 prospect appointments for each calendar day ...
Head of Construction Development
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$190K - $220K/yr
Business Development & Strategic Growth * Lead strategic business development efforts focused on expanding ETIC's construction and field services presence across public and private sector markets.
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Head of Construction Development
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$190K - $220K/yr
Business Development & Strategic Growth * Lead strategic business development efforts focused on expanding ETIC's construction and field services presence across public and private sector markets.
OTCR Business Sector Leader (Operations Technology, Cybersecurity, & Resilience) - Municipal ...
Santa Rosa, CA · Hybrid
$181K - $240K/yr
Leading business development efforts and marketing strategy to expand OTCR services nationwide. * Serving as a senior project manager or technical lead on strategic projects as needed. * Attracting ...
OTCR Business Sector Leader (Operations Technology, Cybersecurity, & Resilience) - Municipal ...
Santa Rosa, CA · Hybrid
$181K - $240K/yr
Leading business development efforts and marketing strategy to expand OTCR services nationwide. * Serving as a senior project manager or technical lead on strategic projects as needed. * Attracting ...
The Role The Global Payments Partnerships team leads commercialization and business development for Cash App and Afterpay's payments products. Our ambitious team develops go-to-market strategy for ...
The Role The Global Payments Partnerships team leads commercialization and business development for Cash App and Afterpay's payments products. Our ambitious team develops go-to-market strategy for ...
OTCR Business Sector Leader (Operations Technology, Cybersecurity, & Resilience) - Municipal Water
Santa Rosa, CA · Hybrid
$181K - $240K/yr
Leading business development efforts and marketing strategy to expand OTCR services nationwide. * Serving as a senior project manager or technical lead on strategic projects as needed. * Attracting ...
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OTCR Business Sector Leader (Operations Technology, Cybersecurity, & Resilience) - Municipal Water
Santa Rosa, CA · Hybrid
$181K - $240K/yr
Leading business development efforts and marketing strategy to expand OTCR services nationwide. * Serving as a senior project manager or technical lead on strategic projects as needed. * Attracting ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $92K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data to identify retailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $92K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data to identify retailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
General Management Development Associate
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$175K - $200K/yr
Depending on business needs and candidate expertise, the Associate will rotate through two or more ... Business Development: Evaluate and guide recommendations on strategic partnerships, licensing, and ...
General Management Development Associate
Rohnert Park, CA · On-site
$175K - $200K/yr
Depending on business needs and candidate expertise, the Associate will rotate through two or more ... Business Development: Evaluate and guide recommendations on strategic partnerships, licensing, and ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $96K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data toidentifyretailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $96K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data toidentifyretailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $96K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data toidentifyretailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
Market Development Lead
Napa, CA · On-site
$67K - $96K/yr
The Market Development Lead (MDL) drives market growth and execution by partnering with Independent ... Business Fundamentals * Use data toidentifyretailer requirements, performance trends, and growth ...
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| Aspect | Business Development | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Identifying new market opportunities and partnerships | Closing deals and generating revenue |
| Work Environment | Strategic planning, market research, relationship building | Client meetings, negotiations, direct selling |
| Required Skills | Networking, strategic thinking, industry knowledge | Communication, persuasion, product knowledge |
| Common Certifications | Business development certifications, MBA often preferred | Sales certifications, product-specific training |
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Quantum Application/Business Development Application Scientist
Keysight Technologies, Inc.Santa Rosa, CA
$126K - $211K/yr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 22 days ago
Keysight Technologies rating
8.1
Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
41st of 139 rated electronics manufacturers
Job description
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.
About the Team
Keysight Design Engineering Software (DES) is Keysight’s software business that develops tools, workflows, solutions, and devices to accelerate customer development cycles for complex, high-frequency circuits, modules, boards, and systems. Keysight’s integrated software portfolio unifies Electronic Design Automation (EDA), Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), IP Data Management (PDM), and more—supporting open, multi-physics workflows from concept through to validation.
At Keysight, you will enjoy a modern, high-tech and diversified environment. We provide a productive and people-oriented culture that consistently ranks Keyghts as a top company to work for. We strongly believe that an environment where each individual is included and valued, will enable Keysight to develop to its highest potential.
Keysight Technologies is an industry leader in the simulation and test of superconducting quantum qubits used in government and commercial applications. You will be working with high caliber teams to drive market leadership in this emerging market.
About the Role
We are seeking anexpert level Application Engineer Scientistin a product manager role to work with our Quantum solutions and Business Development teams in DES. In this role, you will be driving adoption of quantum solutions and business tied to government funded programs. You will be formulating application solutions and working with our development team to introduce cutting-edge solutions for challenging customer use cases in the quantum electronics market. As a expert level contributor, you will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders — including Marketing, R&D, Technical Support, and Quality Assurance — to capture requirements and deliver whole-product solutions.
Responsibilities
Keysight Design Engineering Software has an exciting opening for an Application Scientist/Business development Engineer. The right individual will assemble quantum application solutions and drive commercial and government business in this area. Responsibilities include:
- Building strong relationships with quantum customers by understanding, discussing and driving solutions for their technical and workflow challenges.
- Develop compelling examples showcasing superconducting and other qubit architectures in support of customer use cases
- Working with a world-wide sales organization to drive business results and provide technical support as required
- Prepare and work with an extended business development team on high-quality technical proposals for government funded projects and programs.
- Champion new quantum product introduction to drive adoption with quantum customers alongside a world-wide sales and application engineering organization
- Work with the sales team to manage customer engagements within the sales process
- Expand the Keysight market footprint by extending workflows in superconducting circuits and systems
- Bridge the gap between EDA workflows and Hamiltonian representations for quantum systems.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is technical, has entrepreneurial self-starter traits, and is able to work in a dynamic environment with an extended R&D and sales channel team to develop and introduce winning product solutions.
- A background in physics or electromagnetics.
- Understands quantum computing systems, quantum principles, superconducting qubits
- At least 5-years practical experience in the quantum industry and is familiar with simulation of superconducting quantum use cases.
- Practical hand-on experience with Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, COMSOL, Dassault Microwave Studio, Cadence MWO/Virtuoso
- Understands marketing concepts to drive go-to-market efforts. A MS or PhD in physics or electromagnetics is preferred.
Other:
- Location: East Coast USA Keysight offices (preferred), or Calabasas CA (secondary).
- For the right candidate, an opportunity exists to work primarily from the home.
- Required Travel: Approximately 10%
The level of role 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.
CA/MA pay range: MIN $126,930 - MAX $211,550
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Restricted Stock Units
Careers Privacy Statement
Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Qualifications:The ideal candidate is technical, has entrepreneurial self-starter traits, and is able to work in a dynamic environment with an extended R&D and sales channel team to develop and introduce winning product solutions.
- A background in physics or electromagnetics.
- Understands quantum computing systems, quantum principles, superconducting qubits
- At least 5-years practical experience in the quantum industry and is familiar with simulation of superconducting quantum use cases.
- Practical hand-on experience with Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, COMSOL, Dassault Microwave Studio, Cadence MWO/Virtuoso
- Understands marketing concepts to drive go-to-market efforts. A MS or PhD in physics or electromagnetics is preferred.
Other:
- Location: East Coast USA Keysight offices (preferred), or Calabasas CA (secondary).
- For the right candidate, an opportunity exists to work primarily from the home.
- Required Travel: Approximately 10%
The level of role 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.
CA/MA pay range: MIN $126,930 - MAX $211,550
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Restricted Stock Units
Careers Privacy Statement
Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
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Industry
Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Santa Rosa, CA, US
Year founded
1937