At Coherent Scotland, we develop laser systems. Our systems are deployed in a wide variety of markets including renewable energy, microelectronics, fundamental research, life sciences and medicine. We aim to make a positive impact on everybody’s life by providing customers with lasers with superior reliability and performance.
Coherent Scotland has grown strongly and consistently over the past ten years, even through times of global economic slowdown. We have a healthy product development pipeline which will enable this growth to continue in the future. This will generate many exciting opportunities for personal growth within the organisation in the years to come. We develop and manufacture many different lasers on site as well as manufacturing lasers developed in other Coherent divisions.
Coherent Scotland is based at the West of Scotland Science Park in Glasgow and is a subsidiary of Coherent Corp., a global leader in the manufacture of materials, networking equipment and laser products. We are housed in a purpose-built facility with research and development, manufacturing, and marketing all on one site.
We have a friendly, business-orientated work environment and great staff facilities within our modern building, including as an on-site cafeteria. In addition, we offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a contributory pension scheme, subsidised private health care and free life assurance. However, if a work-life balance is important to you, you’ll also be pleased to know that we operate flexible core hours which provide the opportunity to start your weekend early.

JOB SUMMARY

This role is for a Senior/Lead Embedded Software Engineer to work as part of the product development team responsible for the design, development and test of software for our laser systems. We are looking for a professional Embedded Software Engineer who is capable of contributing to the long-term development of our scalable system platform in addition to the full lifecycle development of individual laser products. This is a great opportunity to work on a broad range of technologies spanning real-time operating systems, embedded computing modules and automated software testing.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrable software engineering experience, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills and knowledge of using an Object Orientated style approach in the development of C code.
• Ability to develop scalable systems modules and low-level drivers and integrate them into a large code base.
• Strong experience in Real-Time Operating Systems, pre-emptive multitasking and event-driven programming.
• Experience in low-level Microcontroller interfaces, including UART, Ethernet, CAN Bus, I2C, SPI, ADC and DAC.
• Ability to read electronic schematic diagrams and component datasheets.
• Hands-on experience in embedded software and hardware integration, verification and testing. Debugging firmware at the board level on prototypes is essential.
• Programming skills in embedded Linux.
• Use of Version Control Systems and build tools (e.g. Git, Azure DevOps and Jenkins).
• Ability to respond to technical inquiries from other departments and customers in a clear, accurate, and professional manner (both in writing and verbally).
• Able to work in a diverse team environment.
• Lead and Mentor junior team members.
• Graduated in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or other relevant degree.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Closed-loop drive control methods and techniques for industrial applications.
• Familiarity with ARM Cortex-M processor architecture, CMSIS and associated tools.
• Experience with Toradex based embedded computing modules.
• Test-driven development (TDD) experience.
• Python programming language for test scripting.
• C# and Visual Studio / Visual Studio Code.
• Knowledge of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and elements of project planning.
• Programming knowledge of FPGAs using Verilog.
• Experience in the software development cycle for medical devices.

SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated problem solving and work prioritisation skills.
• Ability to keep up to date with technology and apply to business strategic plan.
• Ability to achieve results independently or working with others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with end-users, management, and staff.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities involving internal customer requests and demands.
• Ability to excel in a cross-organisational, cross cultural, global team environment.
• Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Scotland EHS standards.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES .

• Software related project management.
• Develop reliable and clean C/C++ code, to be used in high-quality laser systems and computing modules.
• Maintain and expand existing libraries with a view to rapid deployment.
• Produce technical documentation as required.
• Planning and estimation of development tasks.
• Coordinate the integration of software with hardware and optics.
• Support legacy software on existing products.

QUALITY & 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.