Coherent
The role focuses on developing and optimizing wet etch processes for GaAs and InP-based optoelectronic devices such as VCSELs, photodiodes, and edge-emitting lasers. The engineer will define etch chemistries, control process parameters, and use advanced metrology tools for characterization, while collaborating with device and integration teams to ensure high yield and stable production.
Headquarters
Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Company Size
10001+ employees
Founded
1971
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, photonics, engineered materials and networking technologies, providing lasers, optical components, subsystems and materials to industrial, communications, electronics and instrumentation markets. The company develops high‑performance laser systems and photonic solutions for applications such as materials processing, microelectronics, fiber‑optic communications, sensing and scientific research. Combining extensive R&D, global manufacturing and application engineering, Coherent delivers customized systems, components and support that enable customers’ breakthrough technologies worldwide.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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