Optics Engineer I (Co-Op) - United States

Position Overview

This posting advertises potential career opportunities for the Optics Engineering Co-op role at Cisco (Acacia). Although this exact role may not be open today, you may be contacted by a Cisco representative if a relevant position becomes available. Join a team of cross‐functional experts dedicated to developing innovative silicon-based high-speed optical interconnect products and solving next‐generation optical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Support design verification testing of coherent transceivers to ensure optical specifications are met under varying operating conditions.
• Help develop calibration and test procedures to maintain consistent high transceiver performance across temperature variations, production differences, ageing, and power levels.
• Contribute to creating methods, scripts, and software for various control loops in transmitter/receiver systems and performance monitoring related to power levels and signal estimation.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in Python with a fundamental understanding of optics.
• Must be available to work onsite in Maynard, MA five days a week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Passion for engineering and innovation.
• Enjoys working with both hardware and software.
• Comfortable working in lab environments and eager to be challenged in understanding complex systems.
• Previous internship experience is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance provided to eligible U.S. employees.
• 401(k) Plan with a Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid Time Off including holidays, birthday, personal wellness days, and additional leave for emergencies.
• Competitive Compensation: For example, the salary range in the New York City Metro Area is $44,000.00 - $185,000.00, with similar ranges for Non-Metro New York and Washington state. Additional performance-based incentives and eligibility for Cisco restricted stock units may apply.