Senior Engineer, Software (Test)

• Design and develop scalable hardware and software test solutions for manufacturing requirements.
• Maintain and enhance software systems to support changing production needs.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and BUs to analyze product failures and resolve software-related issues.
• Manage outsourced software development partners from concept to deployment and maintenance for automated equipment.
• Perform system integration, debugging, and repeatability studies to improve system performance and robustness.
• Collaborate with BUs to improve product testing and continuous improvement approaches.
• Use AI-assisted coding tools to improve development productivity, code quality, and troubleshooting.
• Develop RPA and workflow automation solutions to streamline manual processes and improve efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and automation in test systems, software workflows, and improvement initiatives.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering /information technology /computer science or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in Test Engineering, Test Development, or equivalent working experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in NI-LabVIEW, NI-Test Stand, Labview, C#, C++ and Python programming is required.
• Good Experience and knowledge in Industrial Automation.
• Experience using Codex or other AI platforms to support coding activities.
• Experience with or knowledge of RPA tools, such as Microsoft Power Automate, is an advantage.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Test and measurement instrumentation exposure and experience in software development for remote equipment control are required.
• Experience in SQL with advanced query design, stored procedures, views, and functions.
• Understanding of Database Administration (e.g.: replication, backup/restore strategies, clustering, log-shipping)
• Understanding of HTML, and CSS programming.
• Project management skills and experience working with outsourced software developers are a plus.

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!

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