About this role

Keysight Technologies is hiring a manager-level Embedded Software Engineer in the software engineering function based in Penang, Malaysia. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, Git, CI/CD.

Role: Embedded Software Engineer
Function: software engineering
Level: manager
Track: Individual contributor
Employment: Full-time
Location: Penang, Malaysia
Department: General
Posted: Jun 17, 2026

Job description

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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

Support integration of Black Duck and Polaris into firmware CI/CD autobuild pipeline
Develop and maintain scripts to automate security scanning, reporting, and build checks
Execute and monitor security scans; track and analyze vulnerability findings (critical/high/medium)
Support EUCRA compliance activities.
Assist in firmware security feature development and validation (e.g., bootloader, firmware signing)
Support documentation, reporting, and evidence collection for SSDF / EUCRA compliance
Collaborate with firmware teams to identify and remediate security risks early in development

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Embedded Systems
Basic knowledge of embedded systems or firmware development (C/C++ preferred)
Familiar with CI/CD tools, version control (Git), and build systems
Understanding or interest in:
- Cybersecurity concepts (secure boot, encryption, vulnerability management)
- Application security tools (SAST/SCA such as Polaris, Black Duck)
Programming/scripting skills (e.g., Python, Shell, C/C++)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Self-motivated with ability to work in cross-functional R&D teams

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