Transceiver Development Engineer

Coherent Corp. • Santa Clara, CA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

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!

Requirements

• Experience: 20+ years of experience in optical communication industry
• Expertise: Proven track record in developing and optimizing analog components for optical transceivers, with a deep understanding of high-speed signaling, noise management, and power efficiency.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in analog design tools and simulation software, strong knowledge of process technologies, and experience with both current and emerging optical communication standards.
• Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, mentor team members, and drive innovation

Responsibilities

• Architectural Design: Lead the investigation for advanced optical transceiver architectures for next generation high-speed optical communication systems.
• Technology Evaluation: Compare and assess different architectural approaches and laser/modulator technologies to determine the most effective solutions for next-generation optical transceivers.
• Design Optimization: Optimize analog circuit performance, including speed, power efficiency, and noise performance, to meet the stringent requirements of high-speed optical communication.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering teams, including internal IC department, external IC suppliers, internal transceiver business unit, and external customers to gather product requirements and feasibility of integration into the full end system solution.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technological advancements to drive innovation in optical communication solutions.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed design documentation and presentations to communicate design decisions and project status to stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level