Optics Engineer ; Co-Op

Optics Engineer I (Co‑Op) – United States

Join Cisco’s Acacia team in Maynard, MA and work on high‑speed optical interconnects that power the next generation of cloud and service provider networks.

As a Co‑op, you will perform tasks such as:

• Support design verification testing (DVT) of coherent transceivers to ensure optical specifications are met over operating conditions.
• Help develop calibration and test procedures to achieve consistent high transceiver performance across temperature, production variations, ageing, and power levels.
• Create methods, scripts, and software for control loops in transmitter/receiver and performance monitoring related to power levels, GSNR/OSNR/SNR estimation.

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time undergraduate program in physics, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Python skill and understanding of basic optics.
• Must be able to be onsite in Maynard, MA five days a week.

• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Passion about engineering.
• Enjoys working with hardware and software.
• Enjoys working in lab environments.
• Likes to be challenged to understand systems and figure out ways to break it.
• Previous internship experience.

Cisco offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Employees may also receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units and paid time off for personal wellness.