Software Development Leader - Coherent Corp.

The individual in this role will be the focal point for the organization's software infrastructure and strategy with broad ownership of the organization's software development activities in support of our factory, new products development, and service:

• BS degree (Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred but other technical fields acceptable).
• Must have at least 7 years of automated test & measurement experience in a structured software development organization, with >2 years in a manufacturing environment or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of LabView and proficiency in C/C++, Python, and/or C#.
• Familiarity with relational databases and writing SQL queries.
• Comfortable learning new frameworks.
• Experience developing and supporting complex metrology systems across the entire lifecycle including requirements analysis, architecture, design, coding, validation, and deployment.
• Familiarity with collaborative source control and release tools such as Git and DevOps.
• Project management skills. Ability to clearly articulate work plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Ability to lead a small team and facilitate coworker's collaboration.
• Proven problem-solving abilities combined with hands-on experience with, electrical, optical, and/or mechanical components.
• Data analysis skills. Capable user of standard data analysis tools (Excel, Access).
• Pluses but not required:
  • Experience using statistical tools (e.g. R, Minitab, etc.)
  • Experience with test and measurement of electronic and/or optical systems.
  • Prior experience in supervising a software development team.

• Extended work at a desk with a computer
• Work in laboratory and manufacturing environment with moderately loud machinery

• Occasional lift of equipment

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 .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!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.The CO2 laser business unit in Bloomfield, CT, is looking for a Software Leader. This Senior Level Technical Position is expected to lead the development and support of control software and interfaces for some of our industrial products, along with our test and measurement infrastructure used in all our laser manufacturing operations. This role will interface with many parts of the business and the corporation, from R&D to corporate IT to production operators. This demands expertise in implementing and supporting measurement and information systems that generate and publish accurate, relevant data from laser manufacturing processes and laser products to a wide range of stakeholders.