Wireless Protocol Software Engineer
Pubblicato il 24-10-2026 - Anite in Italia
h3Overview /h3 pKeysight 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. /p h3Overview /h3 pKeysight 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 recent graduate (MSc or PhD) in Telecommunications Engineering to join our RD team as a Wireless Protocol Software Engineer focused on Layer 2 (L2). This is an excellent opportunity to start your career working on cutting-edge 5G and emerging 6G technologies, contributing to real-world implementations of 3GPP protocol stacks used in advanced wireless test and emulation platforms. You will work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, multi-site international environment, gaining hands-on experience in designing and developing high-performance protocol software. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liContribute to the design, development,
and testing of Layer 2 protocol stack components: ul liMAC (Medium Access Control) /li liRLC (Radio Link Control) /li liPDCP (Packet Data Convergence Protocol) /li /ul /li liSupport development of UE and base station (gNB) emulation solutions /li liAnalyze and implement features from 3GPP LTE and 5G NR specifications /li liAssist in translating requirements into: ul liClean and maintainable code /li liTest cases and validation scenarios /li /ul /li liCollaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, RF, protocol, software) to: ul liInvestigate and debug protocol behavior /li liSupport issue analysis and resolution /li /ul /li liParticipate in continuous learning of evolving standards and technologies (5G Advanced, pre-6G) /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 h3Required Qualifications /h3 ul liMSc or PhD in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field /li liStrong theoretical knowledge of wireless communications and 3GPP LTE / 5G NR /li liUnderstanding of Layer 2 protocols (MAC, RLC, PDCP) from coursework, thesis, or research /li liProgramming skills in C or C++ /li liBasic knowledge of:
ul liMultithreading or concurrent programming /li liSoftware development practices and debugging /li /ul /li liAnalytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills /li liGood communication skills in English /li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liHands-on experience (academic projects, internship, or thesis) in: ul liWireless protocol implementation or simulation /li liNetwork emulation or system-level modeling /li /ul /li liFamiliarity with: ul liLinux development environment /li liVersion control systems (e.g., Git) /li liDebugging or protocol analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) /li /ul /li liExposure to: ul liO-RAN concepts or modern network architectures /li liScripting languages (e.g., Python) /li /ul /li /ul h3Tools Technologies (You Will Learn and Use) /h3 ul liGit /li liJIRA /li liWireshark /li liDebugging tools (e.g., Valgrind) /li liCI/CD and modern development workflows /li /ul h3What
We Offer
/h3 ul liOpportunity to work on real 5G and future 6G systems /li liMentorship from experienced protocol and system engineers /li liExposure to industry standards (3GPP) and real implementations /li liA collaborative and international RD environment /li liClear growth path toward technical expertise or leadership roles /li /ul h3Ideal Candidate Profile /h3 ul liPassion for wireless technologies and protocol design /li liStrong learning agility and curiosity /li liMotivation to bridge theory and real-world systems /li liInterest in building high-performance, production-quality software /li /ul h3Salary Range (Italy) /h3 p€38,780 – €64,630 gross annual CCNL: Terziario, Distribuzione e Servizi (CCNL Commercio) /p pWhile 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. /p pCareers Privacy Statement*Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.* /p #J-18808-Ljbffr