Coherent

Systems Software Engineer, Test & Automation Infrastructure

Coherent • $90K — $120K *
Fremont, CA 94536In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field; Master's preferred.
  • Strong interest in embedded systems and automation infrastructure.
  • 0-1+ years experience in software development or firmware validation; internships accepted.
  • Proficiency in C#, Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
  • Understanding of software development practices like version control and debugging.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance automated test frameworks for system-level validation.
  • Support automation for customer issue replication and debug workflows.
  • Create software solutions to reduce manual effort and improve automation.
  • Assist with root-cause analysis of firmware issues.
  • Collaborate with firmware engineers for new product introduction testing.
  • Translate validation requirements into software tooling solutions.
  • Participate in design and code reviews, as well as technical planning.

Benefits

  • On-site position with occasional travel for meetings.
  • Collaborative work environment with core team members.
  • Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with hardware and software integration.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance automated test execution frameworks for firmware and system-level validation.


  • Support automation for customer issue replication, debug workflows, and release qualifications.


  • Create software solutions that reduce manual effort, improve repeatability, and increase automation coverage.


  • Assist with root-cause analysis of firmware or system-level issues by improving observability and debug tooling.


  • Collaborate with firmware engineers to generate requirements and design new test coverage for new product Introduction, (NPI) features.


  • Translate validation and customer issue requirements into software infrastructure and tooling solutions


  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical planning.


  • Support migration from manual or script-based workflows toward robust, platform-based automation.


  • Document tools, frameworks, APIs, workflows, and design decisions clearly for long-term maintainability.


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. Master's degree preferred but not required.


  • Strong interest in embedded systems, firmware verification, automation infrastructure, and optical transceiver technologies.


  • 0 - 1+ years of experience in software development, test infrastructure, firmware validation, embedded systems, automation frameworks, or systems-level tooling. Relevant Internship, academic project, research, lab or co-op experience will be considered. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.


  • Experience developing software in one or more languages such as C#, Python, C++, or similar.


  • Experience working with automation frameworks, test infrastructure, hardware/software integration, or embedded system validation.


  • Strong understanding of software development practices, including version control, debugging, code reviews, and documentation


Skills

  • Strong Python programming language skills, Git version Control and Familiarity with C, C++, C# programming languages is a plus.


  • Experience with optics and signal processing is a plus.


  • Knowledge of common buses and communication protocols (e.g. UART, I2C, SPI, interfaces, etc.)


  • Familiarity with instrument and hardware control such as digital I/O, timers, ADCs, UARTs, low power modes, etc.


  • Experience working at the hardware/software interface: reading and writing registers, comfortable with hardware specs.


  • Comfortable using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc.


  • Hands-on (practical) or lab experience with hardware.


  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.


  • Work effectively with other members of core team for module development.


Working Conditions

  • This position is on-site


  • May require occasional off-site meetings or travel


  • Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary


  • Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job


  • May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive's needs


Physical Requirements

  • Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.


  • Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.


  • Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.


  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.


  • Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.


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
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$419.7 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
COHR
* Ladders Estimates

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