Lead Engineer, Embedded System Verification

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3 Locations
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads verification of embedded optical communication systems by reviewing requirements, developing traceable test plans, validating CLI and gRPC management interfaces, and performing end-to-end functional, performance, resilience, and regression testing. Builds Python automation and CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitLab, maintains daily sanity tests, investigates customer findings, and prepares release reports. Requires expertise in Linux embedded systems, network protocols, DWDM optical technologies, and lab debugging tools.
Summary Generated by Built In

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Discuss and review system requirement documents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze system specifications and technical requirements.
  • Design and develop comprehensive test plans covering functional, performance, and boundary scenarios. Create traceability matrices aligning test cases with system requirements
  • Establish best verification practices for a new team, consistent with existing practices and tools used by sister team
  • Validate management interface by testing optical provisioning, alarm, telemetry and software upgrade features over CLI and gRPC interfaces
  • Conduct end to end testing of optical transmission systems including signal integrity validation, network resilience testing (protection switching, failure recovery), L1 performance benchmarking (BER, Q-factor, latency measurements, etc.) and L0 performance (optical power, spectrum and OSNR)
  • Develop/maintain Python-based automation script. Implement CI/CD pipelines for regression testing using Jenkins/Gitlab
  • Create test summary report for each release
  • Maintain daily sanity tests and run regression tests in each software load. Perform regression testing for software/hardware upgrades.
  • Design new test cases based on customer findings or new feature requests

Education & Experience

  • BA or BS in Engineering or Computer Science required. 
  • 5+ years of experience in communication systems verification test
  • Experience in automated northbound interface testing: Netconf/YANG, CLI, SNMP.
  • Experience in testing Linux based embedded systems.
  • Experience in Python or other script language for automation test.
  • Experience in network protocols such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, OTN
  • Experience with DWDM optical systems, familiar with EDFA, WSS, OCM and OTDR
  • Familiarity with Transponder product, familiar with 100G, 400G, 800G L1 optical module desired
  • Familiarity in lab bench debugging tools oscilloscopes, optical spectrum analyzers

Skills

  • Programming languages:  Python. Familiar with VS code environment.
  • The ability to work independently with guidance from supervisor on specific tasks.
  • Able to work and deliver on an aggressive schedule 
  • Self-starter, highly motivated, dedicated and teamwork oriented 
  • Good written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of Chinese is an asset

Working Conditions

  • 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

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 [email protected].


About UsCoherent 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.


Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of experience in communication systems verification testing
  • Experience with automated northbound interface testing using Netconf/YANG, CLI, or SNMP
  • Experience testing Linux-based embedded systems
  • Experience with Python or another scripting language for test automation
  • Experience with TCP/IP, Ethernet, and OTN network protocols
  • Experience with DWDM optical systems and technologies including EDFA, WSS, OCM, and OTDR
  • Familiarity with transponder products and 100G, 400G, or 800G L1 optical modules
  • Familiarity with oscilloscopes and optical spectrum analyzers
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
  • Knowledge of Chinese

Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coherent Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Coherent Corp..

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes multiple national and region-specific options (UHC HDHP/HSA, PPO, EPO; Kaiser in CA; Health Net in OR) plus separate dental (Delta Dental) and vision (VSP), indicating strong breadth and choice. This breadth supports a solid total package in certain roles and locations.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity Value & Accessibility: An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows buying shares at 85% of market price with contributions up to 10% of pay, expanding ownership access. This feature can materially bolster total rewards even when base pay is mid‑pack.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid time off includes 15 vacation days for new hires, 10 paid holidays, and additional paid time during a December shutdown. This structure provides a clear and competitive baseline for time away from work.

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The Company
HQ: Saxonburg, PA
3,569 Employees

What We Do

Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in diversified applications for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.

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