IT Engineer

Coherent Corp.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ipoh is looking for a candidate to develop software solutions. Responsibilities include engaging stakeholders for requirements, collaborating with the development team, and maintaining systems. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and proficiency in programming languages. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and effective communication. The position is 100% onsite.

Responsibilities

• Engage stakeholders to elicit requirements and convert them into detailed specifications.
• Collaborate with the development team to maintain systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Debug and resolve software defects.
• Assist in testing applications.
• Provide technical support for IT MES/users.
• Design and develop SSRS reports or Power BI dashboards.

Skills

Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., VB.Net, JavaScript, C#)

Basic understanding of web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Familiarity with databases (SQL or NoSQL)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Engage stakeholders to elicit requirements, convert business requirements into detailed functional and non-functional specifications.
• Collaborate with development team to design, develop, and maintain system to ensure it meets business needs and adds value.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Debug and resolve software defects and issues.
• Assist in testing applications, including unit, integration, and system testing.
• Provide technical support for internal IT MES / users for system issues as needed.
• Design and develop SSRS reports, or Power BI dashboards based on business requirements.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Skills

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., VB.Net, JavaScript, C#, etc.).
• Basic understanding of web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and/or backend development.
• Familiarity with databases (SQL or NoSQL) and basic data manipulation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Preferred (but Not Mandatory) Skills

• Experience in Manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Camstar application.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Exposure to APIs and RESTful services.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite.

Culture Commitment

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies:

We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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.