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Fleet, United Kingdom
2026-08-24
Keysight Technologies
UK & Ireland
AI/ML Software Development Placement (5G Telecommunications)
Role 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 employees create world-class solutions across communications, 5G/6G, automotive, aerospace, defense, energy, and semiconductor markets.
We are looking for technically curious and motivated students to join our Software R\&D team for a 12-month placement. This is an exciting opportunity to work on real-world AI/ML applications within advanced communication systems, gaining hands-on experience in software engineering, machine learning, automation, and next-generation wireless technologies.
You will work alongside experienced software, AI/ML, RF, and systems engineers, contributing to projects that support the development, testing, and optimization of intelligent communication solutions.
**Responsibilities**
**What You Will Work On**
* Develop, integrate, and test AI/ML-powered software applications within communication system workflows
* Work with Python, machine learning frameworks, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, and automation tools
* Support the development, validation, and testing of 5G and next-generation communication protocols
* Collaborate with software, RF, systems, and data-focused engineering teams
* Contribute to performance analysis, software automation, and optimization of telecom systems
* Participate in software design, implementation, debugging, testing, and validation activities
* Assist with AI model integration, evaluation, and data-driven engineering workflows
* Support technical investigations and system-level problem solving
**What You’ll Gain**
* Hands-on experience applying AI and machine learning to real-world telecommunications challenges
* Exposure to 5G, wireless communications, networking protocols, and telecom technologies
* Experience across the complete software development lifecycle
* Practical use of modern AI tools, LLM workflows, and machine learning frameworks
* Exposure to software engineering best practices, automation, and system validation
* Mentorship from experienced engineers and researchers
* The opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with real business impact
**Job Responsibilities**
* Participate in software development lifecycle activities, including design, implementation, testing, and validation
* Support AI/ML model development, integration, and evaluation
* Assist with protocol analysis and system-level problem solving
* Collaborate with internal teams and support technical activities
**Qualifications**
**Essential Qualifications**
* Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science,
* Software Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related discipline
* Strong Python programming skills
* Understanding of machine learning fundamentals and data processing concepts
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and solving technical challenges
**Highly Desirable Skills**
* Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn
* Familiarity with Hugging Face, model deployment, or MLOps concepts
* Experience using LLMs, AI agents, prompt engineering, or AI-assisted development tools
* Exposure to Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI APIs, Claude CLI, or similar AI technologies
* Knowledge of telecommunications, networking, or 5G protocols
* Understanding of signal processing, time-series analysis, or protocol stack concepts
* Experience with C, C\+\+, C#, or .NET technologies
**Ideal Candidate**
You are passionate about software development and emerging AI technologies. You enjoy solving technical problems, experimenting with new tools, and applying machine learning to real-world engineering challenges. You are curious about wireless communication systems, 5G technologies, intelligent automation, and how AI can be used to improve complex engineering workflows.
**Candidates must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.**
**This position is intended for students undertaking a placement year and available for a full 12-month internship.**
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***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***