Primary Duties & Responsibilities

•    Provide engineering/technical leadership on the advanced fiber optics development of the Coherent’s datacom business unit, with special emphasis on the high density datacom optics, such as CPO, NPO, and optical engines.
•    Provide engineering leadership and work together with corporate technology team, marketing team, and multiple function groups/design centers to develop new product roadmap and define technology development strategy.
•    Drive the development of new technology platforms for the next generation of advanced optical transceiver products.
•    Direct advanced product development and drive the NPI and customer qualification process for successfully commercialization. 
•    Provide leadership and as key interface with key suppliers, both internal and external, of critical components, such as laser/modulator, packaging, and key ASICs, on the development of advanced components for the next gen transceivers.
•    Understand and influence the industry direction/trend through interaction with customers and various standard bodies and MSA groups.
 

Education & Experience

•    Ph D or Master degree in Physics/EE/ME or related field.
•    15+ years of experience in optical transceiver product design and development.  Direct experiences in silicon photonic and CPO development are desired.
•    Proven track records on leading the design and development of the advanced fiber optics for both datacom and telecom applications and successful customer qualifications.
•    Technical leadership and management experiences in managing a diverse engineering team.
•    Deep knowledge in datacom optical technologies.  Deep understanding of customer requirement for both current and future products.
•    Demonstrable ability to build the engineering team, including hiring, developing, and retaining the key engineering talents.
•    Manage and motivate the engineering teams across multiple functions to work together closely to maintain Coherent’s leadership in the advanced datacom optics development.
 

Skills

•    Strong technical background and ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with customers, engineers, designers, and stakeholders.
•    Strategic thinker with a proven ability to integrate and lead diverse corporate cultures while delivering results.
•    Expertise in user research, data analysis, and product strategy.
•    Passionate about technology, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
•    Strong organizational, human resource management, and planning skills.
•    International business experience.
•    Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile, and dynamic environment, perform under stress, and be a team player.
•    Strong interpersonal, teaming, and problem-solving skills.
•    Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp

Working Conditions

•    Travel of roughly 15% will be required to Coherent Sites and Customer visits.

Physical Requirements

•    All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

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.