6G Product Planner

Málaga, Spain·Added 3 months ago

Keysight

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What they ask for

Have the right to work in Spain
Keysight doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Málaga
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 12+ years of experience
Senior-level role.

This job was published 3 months ago

The role

This role will be that of a senior technical leader responsible for driving innovation and influence in shaping the product strategy and roadmap for next-generation wireless protocol test solutions for 6G, with focus on AI, Agentic AI, and other forward-looking areas. This role envisions technology foresight, understanding industry trends and market-driven product planning to ensure industry-leading test and measurement offerings.

What you'll do

Cultivate a bird's eye view and perspective of the industry trends, looking into the 3-5 year horizons, and mapping those insights into broad based product strategy
Influence product roadmap for wireless protocol test platforms (UE, network, and core testing)
Partner with R&D to prioritize features based on technical feasibility and business impact
Translate technology priorities into concrete technical requirements
Provide system-level architecture guidance for protocol test solutions
Ensure alignment of products with evolving wireless technologies and deployments
Drive innovation in:
AI-native workflows in protocol validation, network optimization, and adjacent areas, both in commercial solutions as well as internal toolchains
Protocol emulation and simulation
End-to-end network testing
Cloud-native and virtualized test solutions
Contribute to patents, whitepapers, and technical publications
Collaborate with:
R&D (feature definition and implementation)
Marketing (positioning and messaging)
Sales (customer engagement and solution support)
Mentor senior engineers and act as a technical authority within the organization
Support key customer engagements with deep technical insights

Requirements

What we're looking for

12+ years in wireless communications, with strong focus on:
3GPP standardization contributions
Wireless protocol development or testing
Experience in product planning or technical product management
Deep knowledge of:
5G NR protocol stack (RRC, MAC, PHY interactions)
Leading 6G technology candidates and trends
LTE and legacy technologies
Core network signaling (5GC, EPC)
Strong understanding of:
Conformance and interoperability testing
Test methodologies and automation
Familiarity with:
Network simulators, protocol analyzers, and lab test systems
Ability to connect standards evolution to commercial product opportunities
Strong analytical skills for market and competitive analysis
Experience defining product requirements and influencing roadmap decisions
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence without authority across global teams
Strong industry presence and credibility

Nice to have

Active rapporteur or leadership role within 3GPP
Experience with 5G-Advanced or early 6G research
Background in test and measurement industry
Exposure to business strategy frameworks

Education & certifications

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

How they hire

Recruiter screening, hiring manager review, then business interviews with the hiring manager and team before an offer 1 interview

About Keysight

Keysight Technologies is a global electronic measurement and test equipment company that designs, manufactures, and services electronic instruments and software for design, development, and testing across industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, and communications. With over 15,000 employees worldwide, Keysight serves customers in more than 100 countries, providing solutions that span from design simulation to manufacturing test and network visibility.

Keysight has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Barcelona and Madrid supporting its European operations. The company is known for its engineering-driven culture, offering international professionals opportunities in R&D, software engineering, and customer-facing roles. For international hires, Keysight provides a multicultural work environment and career paths in cutting-edge areas like 5G/6G, AI, and cloud technologies.

Industry: Test and Measurement
Founded: 1939
Employees: 10,000–20,000
Headquarters: Santa Rosa, USA
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: keysight.com

Good to know if you are moving

Keysight operates in a highly technical, engineering-driven environment where international professionals can find roles in R&D, software, and customer-facing positions.
The company has a significant R&D hub in Barcelona, Spain, which is a key center for its wireless and 6G research.
Keysight offers a global, multicultural work environment with English as the working language, easing the transition for international hires.
The company provides relocation support and visa sponsorship for international candidates in many locations.
Barcelona is a major tech hub in Southern Europe, offering a strong quality of life and a growing ecosystem for engineers.

In their own words

About the company & team

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 more about 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.