Research & Development
Rehovot, IL (Nova HQ)Role Description
Nova SW group is looking for a strong system-level team leader to join our SW IM team and take part in developing complex, high-performance software systems that drive multidisciplinary semiconductor metrology tools.
In this role, you will lead a team while providing strong technical direction across the full software stack, from low-level hardware interfaces (motion controllers, optical and laser subsystems, sensors, cameras, etc.), through sequence control, and up to UI and reporting layers. The role is expected to remain hands-on mainly through guiding architecture and design decisions, mentoring and training team members, driving technical quality, and helping the team solve complex system-level challenges.
You will operate in a highly technical, system-oriented environment that requires deep understanding of software-hardware interaction, strong analytical thinking, and close collaboration with system engineers, QA, and other software teams. The role requires end-to-end ownership of team deliveries, from design through implementation and delivery.
This position is ideal for a leader who combines strong engineering fundamentals, system-level thinking, people leadership, and technical mentorship, and is passionate about building robust, scalable systems in complex multidisciplinary environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of 4–7 software engineers
- Manage team capacity, planning, and execution to meet project goals
- Provide technical direction and architectural guidance
- Mentor, train, and grow team members
- Drive high-quality software development and engineering standards
- Own end-to-end team deliveries
- Collaborate with system engineers, QA, and other SW teams
- Serve as focal point for cross-team communication
- Contribute to organizational process and tool improvements
Requirements
- B.Sc. in Computer Science or similar
- 5+ years hands-on software development experience (C#/.NET preferred or Java)
- 3+ years leading a software team
- Experience in multidisciplinary environments (HW + SW)
- Experience utilizing AI tools to improve development effectiveness beyond basic prompting
- Strong system-level thinking and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum
- High level of English
- Team-oriented, self-driven, and able to influence others
- Ability to explain complex concepts clearly
That special something you bring in:
- Be a lover of technology & technological problem solving
- Passion for generating noticeable positive impact in your organization
- Enjoy working in collaboration to achieve common goals
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.
If you need assistance due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]
