Solution Architect

Keysightis 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 moreabout what we do.

Our award-winningculture 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 seeking a customer-facingSolution Architectto supporthyperscalers, NEMs,manufacturers of optical transceivers and copper cables, andsiliconvendorsinvalidatingnext-generation, 1.6 Terabitand higher speedAIand networkdata centerinterconnects.This role combinesknowledge ofnetworkequipmentexpertisewith strong customer engagement and close collaboration with Product Managementand Engineeringto influence next-generationhardware and softwaretest and measurement solutionsfor high-speed interconnects

Responsibilities

• Act asa trusted technical advisor toHyperscalers, NEMs,manufacturers of optical transceivers and copper cables, and siliconvendorsonhigh-speed interconnectvalidation strategiesand error performance measurement.

• Architect and deliverfunctional, performance, and interoperabilityinterconnect error performancevalidation solutions using advanced traffic generationsoftwareand network testhardwareplatforms, including proof-of-concepts andinterconnect errorperformance benchmarking.

• Design, developand conductuse cases to measureinterconnects for technical customer productdemonstrations, industry interoperability events, andhot stages for tradeshow and industry / MSAplugfests.

• Activelyparticipatein industry organization meetings and Keysightinternalmeetingswhere Keysight plans toattendhotstages,tradeshows,and industryplugfests.

• Activelyparticipatein industry organizations such as the Ethernet Alliance, OIF, and industry MSAs as assigned.

• Build end execute automated interconnect test suites using Keysight software and hardware platforms.

• Develop and deliver product and technical training to Keysight pre-sales engineers in the form of audio and video presentations and written documents such as application notes.

• Partner closely with Product Management and R&D to translatecustomerinterconnecttestrequirements into roadmap priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's ormaster's degree inElectrical Engineering, Network Communications, Computer Data Sciences,ora relatedfield.

• Experience inworking with the product development and test ofnetwork equipment(i.e.working withNEMs),AI data centeroperators,hyperscale networking environments,andpre-deployment testing of interconnects and networking equipmentused ininhigh-speed Ethernet(800GE and higher speeds).

• Familiar with IEEE 802.3,OIF electrical specifications, and critical interconnect MSAspecificationsas theyrelate to high-speed interconnects.

• Deep knowledge oftheactualqualification of optical transceivers, and active and passive copper cables.

• Directworking knowledge of CMIS (Common Management Interface Specification)

• Experience withnetwork equipmentinteroperability testing,andequipmentbenchmarking.

• 5+ years of experience in network test/validation roles.

• Hands-onexperience with network traffic generators and validation/test tools.

• Experience in network automation (SCPI,Python,RESTAPI,Tcl).

• Develop automated test cases,execute test cases, and analyze test results.

• Excellent customer-facingoral and writtencommunication and presentation skills.

• Must be able to conducthands-ondemonstrations of hardware and software products for interconnect and network equipmenttests.

• Self-driven, curious, and motivated to continuously learn emerginghigh-speed Ethernet (i.e.,800GE and higher),andnew transceiver and cabletechnologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experiencewith Keysightphysical layer test (Layer0 and1) instruments such as BERTs, DCAs, real-time Oscilloscopes and related instrumentsin the field.

• Experiencewithlayer 2/3 Ethernet traffic generators and analyzers.
  
  

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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.

Pay is based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California pay range: MIN $176,670 - MAX $294,440

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible forKeysight 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)