Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Contributions to new development for current software tools
- Database work to include queries, stored procedures, tables, views.
- Fab Support
- Execute updates to ShermanData configuration communicated in Engineering Change Order (ECO) requests.
- Maintenance of production software
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering or another engineering discipline or equivalent work experience
- 1-3 years of relevant experience.
Skills & Other Requirements
- A self-starter with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and short deadlines.
- Ability to excel in cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Deep knowledge of relational database concepts and especially Microsoft SQL Server.
- Demonstrated proficiency in C# / .NET software programming environment.
- Demonstrated experience with subversion and/or code repositories such as Tortoise SVN, Git, or Microsoft Team Foundation Server.
Working Conditions
Normal office working conditions in a climate-controlled environment. Flexibility to support a 24/7 hours manufacturing facility. Ability to work collaboratively others both in person and remotely.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of times. Must be able to sit in front a computer to complete task for up to 2-4 hours at a time.
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].
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 Software Engineering or another engineering discipline, or equivalent work experience
- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of relational database concepts, especially Microsoft SQL Server
- Proficiency in C# and the .NET software programming environment
- Experience with Subversion or code repositories such as Tortoise SVN, Git, or Microsoft Team Foundation Server
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and short deadlines
- Ability to work effectively in cross-organizational, cross-cultural, global teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to support a 24/7 manufacturing facility
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..
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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.
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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.
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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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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.








