Coherent

Principal Software Engineer

Coherent$140K — $180K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of software engineering experience in automated process and test systems development required.
  • Proficiency in software development languages such as C#, C, and C++.
  • Preferred knowledge of optical communication technology.
  • Expertise in designing and developing software for automated assembly and test systems related to optical data communication products.
  • Proficient in motion control and machine vision technology applications.

Responsibilities

  • Define automated processes and system specifications with internal customers.
  • Document and agree on customer requirements.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to design and select key components for system conception design.
  • Create software architecture for system conception design.
  • Develop and test software according to architectural standards.
  • Debug and integrate control modules to ensure functional operation.
  • Install and support systems in production, troubleshooting as necessary.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to accommodate collaboration needs.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects.
  • May require occasional international travel for system support.
  • Exposure to advanced technology applications in optical communication.
  • Participation in maintaining high-quality and environmental standards.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Work with internal customers to define the automated process and system specifications.
  • Understand and document customers' requirements and reach agreements with customers.
  • Work with hardware engineering colleagues to design/select suitable key parts as part of system conception design.
  • Create software architecture as part of system conception design.
  • Assess software-related risks with necessary mitigations.
  • Develop software and coding based on software architecture.
  • Test new developed modules if feasible.
  • Simulate environment to verify key algorithms.
  • Finish the whole software coding within the pre-defined schedule.
  • Set up PC and install necessary software and hardware drivers.
  • Make each control module functional individually.
  • Debug software to make each functional unit work properly.
  • Integrate system to make the whole auto sequence as defined.
  • Work with hardware engineering colleagues to continuously trial run the system and improve and verify the system reliability.
  • Install the system on the production floor and work with the customer to qualify the system.
  • Support the production and trouble-shooting system issues if needed.


Education & Experience
  • 15+ yrs. of software engineering experience in automated process and test systems development is must.
  • Skilled in the use of software development language such as C#, C, C++.
  • Knowledge of optical communication technology is preferred.

Skills & Other Requirements
  • Expert in the design and developing software for automated assembly and test systems for optical data communication related product manufacturing, such as transceivers, OCS, and CPO.
  • Proficient in motion control and machine vision technology applications.
  • Familiar with deep learning technology application is a plus.
  • Ability to develop regular automation projects independently.
  • Ability to work closely with colleagues from various fields.
  • Excels in a high teamwork sprit across teams, departments, and sites.
  • Able to support a flexible work schedule due to the needs of collaboration with multiple facility's customers and colleagues.


Working Conditions
  • 8-hour shift: 8 AM to 5 PM. May need to work on some irregular hours, such as earnings and weekends, for urgent production support.
  • Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, carrying out multiple projects at a time.
  • Candidate may need to occasionally travel overseas to customer site for system transfer or support.


Physical Requirements
  • Able to work in a clean room environment when needed.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

About Coherent

Coherent, Inc. is a global leader in providing laser-based solutions to a broad range of commercial and scientific research customers. The company designs, manufactures, and markets lasers, laser-based systems, precision optics, and related accessories for a diverse group of customers. Coherent's markets include scientific research, OEM components and instrumentation, microelectronics, materials processing, and life sciences. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications. Coherent was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about Coherent
Size
5,085 employees
Market Cap
$4.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$419.7 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Coherent

  • Coherent
    Lead Epi Engineer
    $120K — $150K *
    Fremont, CA 94536 (Alameda County)
    Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
    In-Person
  • Coherent
    Lead Epi Engineer
    $100K — $130K *
    Sizerock, KY 41762 (Leslie County)
    Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
    In-Person
  • Coherent
    Lead Epi Engineer
    $120K — $150K *
    Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (Santa Clara County)
    Manufacturing & Automotive
    In-Person
  • Coherent
    Principal Software Engineer
    $140K — $180K *
    Santa Clara, CA 95051 (Santa Clara County)
    Information Technology
    In-Person
  • Coherent
    Senior Technical Program Manager
    $130K — $180K *
    Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (Santa Clara County)
    Technical Services
    In-Person

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Principal Software Engineer jobs: