Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Coherent Corp.•Horsham, PA

2d•$128,480 - $177,815•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Embedded Software Engineer designs and develops software features based on customer and product line management requirements, develops capabilities for existing and future products, and resolves bugs and sustaining issues in legacy products. The role works with validation and integration engineers, optical, hardware, and test engineering teams to improve product performance, execution efficiency, and development processes, while keeping firmware documentation accurate and current. The engineer coaches junior software engineers, drives coding reviews and team practices, participates in pre- and post-sales customer interactions, guides Field Application Engineers, and provides input to the documentation team. The position is onsite in Horsham, Pennsylvania, with occasional off-site meetings or travel possible. It involves regular use of a computer and office equipment, regular interaction with team members and external contacts, and may require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours. Employees must follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards. Depending on location, the role may also involve executing and maintaining applicable quality and environmental management standards, including ISO 9000, 9001, and 14001. The position is expected to adhere to the company’s ICARE values: Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Enthusiasm.

Requirements

University degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
At least 8 years of experience in embedded software systems.
At least 5 years of experience in the optical networking industry, working with L0 and/or L1 equipment.
Familiarity with L2/L3 protocols such as LLDP, OSPF, and BGP.
Expertise in C and C++ programming in embedded systems.
Experience with system-product software functions such as North-Bound Interface, platform infrastructure, BSP, and applications including photonic control, alarms, PMs, and Service Management.
Practical experience across the entire Agile development lifecycle, including continuous integration, continuous deployment (CI/CD), and collaboration through DevOps practices.
Familiarity with networking protocols such as Netconf, Open Config, and Yang models, as well as security protocols.
Experience with optical networking system-level features such as ROADM and ILA.
Ability to work and deliver on an aggressive schedule.
Familiarity with virtualization and container technologies.
Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Programming experience in C/C++, Go, and Python.
Knowledge of object-oriented design.
Experience with embedded Linux multiprocess and multithread design.
Ability to comply with the stated physical requirements, including extended periods of sitting, computer use, communication, and mobility within the office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with open-source code such as SONiC, FRRouting, or Open vSwitch.
Experience in cross-site development with global teams.
Knowledge of Chinese.

Responsibilities

Design and develop software features based on high-level customer and product line management requirements.
Develop new features for existing and future products.
Resolve bugs and other sustaining issues in legacy products.
Work with validation and integration engineers and optical, hardware, and test engineering teams to improve product performance, execution efficiency, and development processes.
Ensure firmware documentation is accurate and up to date.
Coach junior software engineers and drive coding reviews and practices across the team.
Participate in pre- and post-sales customer interactions and provide guidance to Field Application Engineers.
Provide input to the documentation team.
Follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable quality and environmental management standards.