Principal Software Engineer

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.
• 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+ years of software engineering experience in automated process and test systems development is mandatory.
  • Skilled in the use of software development languages 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.
  • Able to develop regular automation projects independently.
  • Able to work closely with colleagues from various fields.
  • Excels in a high teamwork spirit 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 evenings and weekends, for urgent production support.
    • 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.

    Culture Commitment

    • Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE): 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.

    About Us

    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!