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Controls Software Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$53.75 - $68.50/hr

This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of scientific research, developing ... Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, including object-oriented design, modular ...

Diamond Foundry

Senior Software Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA

$150K - $175K/yr

Our goal will be to achieve maximum productivity for our R&D and production line by improving ... Follow development best practices for software engineering, infrastructure, and real-time data ...

Apple

Software Engineer - Setup

Bodega Bay, CA

$150K - $225K/yr

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  • Retirement

... research solutions, and ask for help when needed Preferred Qualifications Customer focus - you make high-quality, user-centric product decisions Drive for customer impact - you are deeply motivated ...

Diamond Foundry

Senior Software Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

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  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our goal will be to achieve maximum productivity for our R&D and production line by improving ... Follow development best practices for software engineering, infrastructure, and real-time data ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Observability

Bodega Bay, CA

$184K - $277K/yr

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... that empower software developers at Apple to build products that our customers love. The ... research in the field of work. - Mentor other engineers in the team. You will have the courage and ...

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R&D Software Engineer

Keysight Technologies, Inc.

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

$123K - $199K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Keysight Technologies rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 159 rated electronics manufacturers

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 ~16,800 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

Are you a software engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and taking ownership of solutions from concept through release?  Join the FieldFox Firmware Team and help develop the software behind some of the world’s most advanced handheld RF and microwave analyzers. These instruments are used across the globe in labs, on rooftops, and in remote environments where reliability is critical.


 Learn more: http://keysight.com/find/fieldfox

This is an opportunity to build features that ship worldwide and support mission-critical applications. You will work on a highly collaborative team that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning, with a strong focus on engineering efficiency through modern AI-assisted development.

What You Will Do

  • Develop and maintain embedded firmware using C++ and C# for FieldFox handheld analyzers.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to deliver new capabilities that delight customers.
  • Debug, test, and optimize software for performance and reliability in demanding field environments.
  • Participate in Agile development processes, code reviews, and technical discussions.
  • Leverage AI tools to improve development efficiency and support C# to C++ code conversion.
  • Take ownership of features from initial requirements through release.
  • Develop functionality from low-level measurement implementation through to the user interface.
  • Work closely with the manufacturing team to resolve issues and ensure their requirements are met. 

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and C# along with solid software engineering fundamentals
  • Interest in and preferably experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and hardware/software integration
  • Experience with AI usage
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstrated growth mindset
  • Familiarity with RF concepts, signal processing, and/or test and measurement tools is preferred
  • Experience with Git, JIRA, and Jenkins is a plus

Sanat Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $123,000.00 - MAX $199,000.00

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and C# along with solid software engineering fundamentals
  • Interest in and preferably experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and hardware/software integration
  • Experience with AI usage
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstrated growth mindset
  • Familiarity with RF concepts, signal processing, and/or test and measurement tools is preferred
  • Experience with Git, JIRA, and Jenkins is a plus

Sanat Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $123,000.00 - MAX $199,000.00

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

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