Optics Engineer II (Co-op) - United States

Cisco•Maynard, MA

2d•$44,000 - $185,000

About The Position

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications accepted until further notice. Cisco's Optics team designs groundbreaking optical systems that power the internet and support global connectivity. We are a fast-paced group of experts working on high-capacity, energy-efficient transmission technologies for data centers and campus networks. The team is collaborative and driven by the desire to push the boundaries of what is possible in network infrastructure. We tackle complex technical challenges to ensure the future of reliable data transmission across modern network environments. You will play a critical role in verifying the performance of our coherent transceivers to ensure they meet stringent industry standards across various environments. By working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on exposure to the entire development lifecycle of high-speed optical components. Your contributions will help maintain our reputation for delivering reliable, high-capacity connectivity to customers worldwide, directly impacting the future of the internet.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in one of the following: An undergraduate degree program (Associate's or Bachelor's) with 2 years of work experience; or A Master’s degree program with 0 years of work experience.
Qualifying education should be in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
Expected to continue enrollment in degree program following completion of the internship.
Previous experience with optical system principles, design verification, or signal estimation in an academic, project, or professional capacity.
Proficiency in Python programming, demonstrated by the use of libraries for data analysis or test automation.

Nice To Haves

Practical usage of lab environments and optical testing equipment such as oscilloscopes or power meters.
Foundational knowledge of coherent transceiver architectures or various modulation formats.
Familiarity with building software control loops or implementing signal processing concepts.
Experience using data analysis toolkits to visualize and report on performance monitoring results.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally on technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Support design verification testing (DVT) of coherent transceivers.
Develop calibration and test procedures for consistent transceiver performance.
Create methods, scripts, and software for transmitter/receiver control loops.
Monitor performance metrics related to power levels and signal estimation.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)