Coherent

Test Driver Development Engineer

Coherent • $100K — $120K *
Fremont, CA 94536In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS/MS degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in embedded firmware development.
  • Advanced programming skills in C/C++, C#, and VB.NET.
  • Experience with instrument communication protocols like GPIB, SCPI, i2c, UART.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with hardware teams and debug complex systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement embedded firmware for STM32 microcontrollers and in-house test boards.
  • Collaborate with hardware designers to integrate new boards into software architecture.
  • Debug new instruments and boards alongside the hardware design team.
  • Lead the release and qualification process for new instruments.
  • Interpret complex electrical schematics to aid in hardware/software integration.
  • Test and validate designs using lab tools such as DMMs and oscilloscopes.

Benefits

  • Onsite working environment allowing for hands-on collaboration.
  • Potential for occasional off-site meetings, promoting networking opportunities.
  • Flexible overtime to meet team and project deadlines.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement low-level software drivers (embedded firmware) specifically for STM32 microcontrollers, as well as for other in-house designed test boards and instruments.
  • Design and develop low-level software drivers (embedded firmware) in C/C++, C#, VB.NET for our in-house designed test boards and instruments.
  • Collaborate with hardware designers to integrate new boards into the existing software architecture.
  • Work closely with the hardware design team to debug new instruments/boards.
  • Lead the release and qualification process of new instruments/boards into production.
  • Read and interpret complex electrical schematics to support the development and debugging of hardware and software integrations.
  • Operate hands-on in the lab with digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to test and validate designs.


Education & Experience

  • A BS/MS degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering (EE) or a related field, underscoring a strong foundation in EE principles.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position.


Skills

  • Advanced programming skills in .NET languages (C/C++, C#, VB.NET).
  • Experience with instrument communications protocols (GPIB, SCPI, i2c, UART).
  • A thorough understanding of high-speed digital data concepts and the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
  • Hands-on experience in the lab with essential tools such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
  • Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is considered a significant advantage.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with hardware design teams and proficiency in debugging complex systems.


Working Conditions
  • This position is predominantly onsite
  • 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
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* Ladders Estimates

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