R&D System Scientist

Nova is seeking an experienced and innovative R&D System Scientist to join the System Engineering Stand-Alone team within the Research & Development organization. In this role, you will become an integral part of a multidisciplinary team of physicists and engineers responsible for developing advanced metrology technologies, from early-stage research through product delivery.

The team develops cutting-edge metrology solutions for the semiconductor industry, combining expertise in physics, optics, mechanics, electronics, motion control, algorithms, and software. You will lead complex system investigations, transform customer and business requirements into technical solutions, and drive scientific innovation that directly impacts Nova’s next-generation products.

What you will be doing:

• Perform theoretical and experimental systems engineering to support state-of-the-art new and existing multidisciplinary optical measurement products.
• Define, lead, and oversee the implementation of innovative system solutions.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, optics, and algorithm engineering teams to deliver multidisciplinary solutions.
• Analyze complex datasets and perform advanced statistical evaluations to support product and technology development.
• Investigate critical system behaviors, perform root-cause analysis, and establish robust mitigation and calibration methods.
• Support product transfer to manufacturing, service, and production organizations while serving as a technical expert for complex challenges.
• Translate customer needs and high-level requirements into detailed technical specifications and system designs.
• Travel to customer sites worldwide as needed, approximately 2-3 times per year.

Must Have

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, or a related scientific discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in multidisciplinary advanced-technology R&D environments.
• Hands-on experience in real-world data analysis via Python, MATLAB or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex activities in project and matrix environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Advantages

• Experience in optics within multidisciplinary systems.
• Experience in semiconductor equipment, metrology, or related advanced-technology industries.
• Experience working with advanced algorithms and complex system architectures.

That special something you bring in:

• A proactive, hands-on approach combined with scientific curiosity and a passion for innovation.
• Strong system-level thinking and the ability to balance deep technical expertise with a broad perspective.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and a drive to transform complex challenges into practical solutions.
• Creative problem-solving capabilities and a continuous-learning attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-player mindset.

Get to know us better:

Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a global company and a leading provider of innovative metrology solutions for process control in semiconductor manufacturing.

With a team of ~1200 people in three R&D centers and 27 field offices, we bring insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage multiple technology fields such as physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms to develop hardware and software solutions that measure almost every advanced computer chip built in the world.

Nova dives deep into dimensions and layers at the atomic level to extract unique insights and provide our customers with crucial decision-making data, managing critical challenges by providing unique, differentiated solutions.

Our outstanding people-focused and innovative culture means every person at Nova has the power to make an impact and significantly redefine what people can achieve through technology.

Join us if you are 

A dreamer and brilliant high aimer who sees the impossible as the starting point and loves working in a multidisciplinary global team to create innovative breakthroughs.

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