R&D Software Manager

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.

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As an R&D Software Operating Manager, you will lead the software engineering operations supporting PXI/AXIe chassis and modular platform development that power next-generation design and test products. The role focuses on managing software delivery, engineering productivity, and operational excellence across embedded platforms and system software.

You will work closely with cross-functional partners including software architects, hardware teams, and research groups to ensure reliable and scalable software delivery. The position requires balancing technical leadership with operational management, enabling teams to execute efficiently while supporting emerging technologies such as advanced wireless platforms and next-generation measurement systems.

This role provides the opportunity to drive software development governance, operational processes, and engineering effectiveness while guiding teams responsible for embedded platforms, system integration, and software infrastructure. We are looking for a technically grounded manager who can lead teams, streamline development workflows, and ensure high-quality software delivery aligned with product roadmaps.

Key responsibilities include

• Lead and manage software engineering teams responsible for embedded software, drivers, and system software supporting modular test platforms.
• Drive operational excellence across the software development lifecycle, including planning, execution, quality management, and delivery governance.
• Oversee DevOps practices and modernization of build and release systems to improve development efficiency and maintain product security compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with hardware, system architecture, and global R&D teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage issue escalation from internal partners and customers, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining high product reliability.
• Guide Agile development processes, ensuring alignment with engineering standards, development frameworks, and organizational objectives.
• Support long-term platform strategy by aligning software capabilities with future modular architecture and system integration needs.
• Develop team capability through mentoring, resource planning, and effective workload management across global R&D partners.

Educational Background

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with 7+ years of experience in embedded software development. Experience working in complex system environments with exposure to software development lifecycle, platform integration, and engineering operations is preferred.

Required Competencies

Technical Leadership & Software Expertise

• Strong proficiency in C++ / Modern C++ with Object-Oriented Programming.
• Experience with C#, WPF, InstallShield, or Install Builder is an added advantage.
• Solid understanding of Windows driver development; exposure to Linux driver development is a plus.
• Familiarity with PXI/AXIe chassis architecture and modular driver development.
• Knowledge of IVI driver design and development is advantageous.

Development Infrastructure & DevOps

• Experience with Git-based development workflows and issue tracking tools such as JIRA.
• Familiar with CI/CD build systems such as Jenkins.
• Experience developing automation scripts using Python to support build and test processes.
• Exposure to software packaging and deployment tools such as Chocolatey.

System & Platform Knowledge

• Understanding of GUI development using XAML.
• Familiarity with embedded communication interfaces such as I2C, UART, and SPI.
• Experience with USB, PCIe, networking protocols, and multi-threaded programming is an advantage.
• Knowledge of embedded storage technologies such as NOR, NAND, eMMC, SD card, and EEPROM is beneficial.

Operational & Leadership Capabilities

• Demonstrated experience in leading technical initiatives, coordinating engineering activities, or mentoring engineers within embedded software environments.
• Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting capability in complex system environments.
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate with cross-functional global teams.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced Agile environment, with a proactive and continuous learning mindset

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