[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Coherent jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Coherent · Fremont, CA # Staff AI Data Engineer – Wafer Fabrication Fremont, CA, United States On-site Senior individual contributor Data & Analytics Listed on Coherent’s official careers site. Posted September 9, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Coherent’s careers site →](https://hcwp.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/2014531) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Coherent](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/) / Staff AI Data Engineer – Wafer Fabrication ## Job description ### Primary Duties & Responsibilities Analyze datasets generated by wafer fabrication processes, equipment, sensors, metrology systems, and manufacturing execution systems. Support multiple projects and drive forward detailed data analysis employing various ML/AI tools Apply statistical analysis, AI, machine learning, and data-mining techniques for: Deeper understanding of devices and fabrication processes. Process monitoring and anomaly detection Wafer and lot excursion analysis Yield analysis and prediction Root-cause investigation Collaborate with others using AI & ML Integrate data from multiple sources, including process recipes, equipment logs, sensor data, metrology results, defect inspection, and production history. Translate analytical results into clear engineering insights and actionable recommendations. Communicate these findings to engineers and managers. Work with engineers to distinguish correlation from likely physical or process-driven causation. Develop reusable data pipelines, analytical tools, dashboards, and model-monitoring methods. Support design of experiments, process characterization, and continuous improvement activities. Help establish best practices for data quality, feature engineering, model validation, documentation, and responsible use of AI in development and manufacturing. ### Education & Experience The Candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience with AI, preferably including ML, preferably with experience in statistical analytic techniques. A Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Science, Computer Science or Mathematics is required, a Master’s degree is preferred. ### Skills The candidate will have competency in several of the following areas: Minimum two years of professional experience applying machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data science to real-world engineering or manufacturing problems. Demonstrated ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects, in detail. Demonstrated ability to work in teams involving members from Engineering, Manufacturing, MES Data Systems and AI/ML, with the ability to explain complex analytical results in practical engineering terms. Experience with handling large data sets in agentic AI/ML. Experience with SQL and modern data-processing or data-platform technologies. Programming skills in Python and experience with common data-science and machine-learning libraries. Experience in AI/ML model deployment through RESTful APIs, containerization, and container orchestration. Experience working with structured, time-series, sensor, or high-volume manufacturing data. Basic knowledge of statistical methods, experimental design, regression, classification, clustering, anomaly detection, and model evaluation. Experience with cloud-based ML training and inference using AWS, GCP, Azure, or Databricks is a plus. Exposure to wafer fabrication, photonics, and telecommunications is a plus. Demonstrated ability to take small projects from problem definition through deployment, validation, and communication of results. Working Conditions The job is on-site for the first three months, with the possibility to convert to hybrid afterwards. The job requires weekly morning hours and occasional evening and weekend hours. Travel to other Coherent sites in the Bay Area and the US may be possible to share knowledge with other experts. Physical Requirements Sitting or standing several hours per day, with the option of having a sit-stand desk. Extensive keyboard and mouse work. 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 Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 9, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 39 days - Location: Fremont, CA, United States - Work arrangement: On-site[Apply on Coherent’s careers site →](https://hcwp.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/2014531) ## More jobs at Coherent ### [Machine Learning Operations Contractor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/jobs/5776d76f8e45d94edaae/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Principal AI Data Scientist – Wafer Fabrication](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/jobs/951d20e9003d9145a8ce/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Principal Machine Learning Engineer – Wafer Fabrication](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/jobs/305694cd881f0cf3fa14/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Director of Indium Phosphide (InP) Wafer Fab Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/jobs/1238dd464117f9925404/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Director, Product Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/coherent/jobs/6c3ad5dc5b2d52a42691/) Fremont, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Engineer, Wafer Quality Assurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/9afabb3c0b73371340b2/) Western Digital · Fremont, CA, United States ### [Software Engineer Staff - Data Analysis](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/b97c2eeacc942d363c52/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Software Engineer Staff - Data Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/25ce4ccca5c9af868e4f/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Staff Engineer, Wafer Quality Assurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/0ba4829a340eae35b528/) Western Digital · San Jose, CA, United States ### [Senior Staff Software Engineer – Data Platform](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/2e452ee0d8300c1ce7f8/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Remote, Indiana, United States of America [Jobs in Fremont, CA](/locations/us/ca/fremont/)[Jobs in California](/locations/us-ca/)[Data & Analytics jobs](/functions/data-analytics/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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