Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with the team to evaluate/specify proper MCU's and associated circuitry for module control and communication to meet industry spec and customer requirements by working with module design and verification teams.
• Assist in the design and maintain firmware architecture and II-VI module trunk code including proprietary OS, module control/communication applications, device drivers, for best performance
• Collaborate internally to develop solutions for addressing key requirement such as time critical communications, efficient digital signal processor interface, and mission-critical hardware controls.
• Help improve firmware development processes and code management systems for firmware quality control.
• Design and improve the workflow of module firmware configuration mechanisms, regression tests, and production preparation.
• Support marketing, sales, and FAE in solving production and customer field issues.
• Support embedded systems architecture, code base development, managing firmware development life cycle, and most importantly great business results.

Education & Experience

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent field
• Bachelor's degree is required, master or higher degrees preferred.

Skills

• Proficient oral and written communication skills within an organization and with industry.
• Demonstrated success in coordinating, influencing, and organizing designs with cross function teams within an engineering department.
• Experience in software design and significant coding practice.
• Experience in ARM Cortex family MCUs and DSP processors.
• Experience with I2C, and SPI protocols.
• Experience with ADC's and DAC's.
• Proficient in C/C++ and assembly.
• Experience in optical transceiver design and implementation is a plus.

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.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: Job Summary: Coherent is searching for a motivated embedded systems engineer with some experience in firmware/hardware design and development for our leading-edge optical transceivers.