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Director, Device Strategy

Job in Horsham, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, 19044, USA
Listing for: Coherent Corp.
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-27
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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This range is provided by Coherent Corp.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Job Description Primary

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Responsible for supporting and maintaining Coherent Internal DSP design (Steelerton)
  • Identify DSP vendors for potential partnership on next generation products
  • Work with external DSP suppliers to optimize performance with coherent DCO
  • Participate in product strategy meetings and provide guidance to both R&D and marketing teams about new and emerging technologies
  • Interface with customers on future products and performance
Education & Experience
  • M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Optics, Physics or any related field
  • 10 year minimum experience designing and evaluating optical systems or subsystems
  • Independent contributor and able to tackle complex optical issues with little directions
  • Understanding of Coherent optical transmission impairments
  • Strong understanding of advanced multi level modulation techniques, DQPSK, DP-QPSK, QAM, OFDM, etc
  • Experience with high data rate Coherent optical communication systems is required (800G and 1.6T)
  • Familiar with commercially available optical link simulators (in particular: VPI transmission maker)
Skills
  • In-depth understanding of Coherent DSP architecture
  • Ability to model complex optical system impairments
  • Strong team player who is willing to work on a multitude of projects simultaneously
  • Results oriented and strong problem-solving attitude
Working Conditions

Collaborative working environment focused on developing products with cutting edge technology. Job requires some in-office support, but can be primarily performed remotely. Limited travel may be required, primarily working with other Coherent sites and possible customers.

Physical Requirements

Limited, must be able to test developed hardware in engineering lab, in conjunction with other team members. No heavy lifting or strenuous physical activity required.

Safety Requirements

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
  • I – Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
  • C – Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
  • A – Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
  • R – Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
  • E – Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
About Us

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!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive for 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.

Accessibility Statement

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at t

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.

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