Test Engineer (m/f/d) - Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a globally operating company and a leading provider of innovative metrology and process control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.With around 1,600 employees, three research and development centers, and 31 locations worldwide, we deliver valuable insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage a variety of technological disciplines – including physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms – to develop hardware and software solutions that measure virtually every modern computer chip in the world. Nova looks down to the atomic level, gains unique insights through dimensional, material, and chemical metrology, and provides customers with actionable data. This enables us to tackle critical challenges with differentiated solutions. Our exceptional, people-focused, and innovation-driven corporate culture ensures that every individual at Nova has the opportunity to make a real impact and push the boundaries of what is technologically possible.Sentronics Metrology GmbH was recently acquired by Nova and is a leading company in the field of high-precision measurement solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Based in Mannheim, Sentronics brings over 25 years of experience in developing state-of-the-art metrology systems. The integration of Sentronics is already well underway. Sentronics is now a permanent part of the Nova family and shares the same values: innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The combination of Nova’s global presence and Sentronics’ advanced technology and expertise creates a unique platform for growth and innovation. As part of Nova, Sentronics will fully benefit from the exciting opportunities in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.As (Senior) Software Test Engineer (m/f/d) at Sentronics Metrology (a Nova Company) you will play a key part in ensuring the reliability, performance and robustness of our software stack. You’ll collaborate closely with software developers and system engineers to define and drive test activities across multiple layers: from automated unit and integration testing to hands‑on validation on the actual optical measurement equipment.We are looking for creative minds with high ambitions who see the seemingly impossible as a challenge and love to achieve innovative breakthroughs in a global, multidisciplinary team.Please submit your application in German and English.For questions, feel free to contact us at [email protected].
SW Team Lead - Nova’s SW IM team is looking for a Software Team Leader to help develop a complex in-house software platform.
System Engineer - Nova Systems Group is looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Integrated Metrology team, a multidisciplinary group of physicists and engineers working together to implement cutting-edge metrology technologies in the semiconductor industry from a unique and innovative perspective.
System Engineer Lead - Nova is looking for a System Engineer Lead to lead Nova’s next generation system development. In this role, the Project Lead will technically lead a complex multidisciplinary electro-optical system architecture. He will define and manage the required performance analysis, technical solutions, implementation methods, and field deployment to the customer's satisfaction.
SW Engineer - Nova SW group is looking for a strong backend software developer to join our team and work on complex, high-performance software systems in a highly technical environment.In this role, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team developing backend and server-side software that interacts closely with hardware components such as motion controllers, sensors, cameras, and embedded or field devices. The work involves deep technical challenges, system-level thinking, and close collaboration across engineering, product, and quality teams.This role is ideal for a backend engineer with strong analytical thinking, solid object-oriented design skills, and a genuine passion for building robust, scalable systems at the intersection of software and hardware.
Python Developer - Nova’s DMD Advanced Technologies group is seeking a Python Developer.The group focuses on researching emerging technologies and conducting concept and feasibility studies, covering experimental, theoretical, and algorithmic aspects.
Motion Control Engineer - The Motion Control & Electronics department at Nova is seeking a Motion Control Engineer to develop complex metrology systems for ultra-high-precision measurements of semiconductor manufacturing processes.These systems incorporate high-end performance motion devices whose development requires proficiency in motion control systems.In this role, you will join Nova's Motion Control group. You will be designing, developing, and implementing advanced motion systems for the next-generation Optical Critical Dimension metrology tools, as part of a world-class R&D division.
HW Expert - Nova HW group is seeking an HW Expert to lead feasibility, testing and verification the HW system for the next-generation products. You will be actively supporting new product development throughout the R&D life cycle.Our goal to lead HW multidisciplinary system implementation. We support and work closely with electrical, optical and mechanical R&D teams throughout development next-generation system.
HW Group Director - We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Hardware Group Director to lead our hardware department. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end hardware development life cycle, from initial architecture and high-level design to mass production and field support. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, including mechanical, electronics, motion, and hardware experts, driving innovation while ensuring high-quality execution, on-time delivery, and alignment with company business goals.
Experimental Physicist for CTO group - Nova is seeking an Experimental Physicist with broad exposure to multiple technologies, ideally with a strong background in ultrafast optics. Experience or familiarity with semiconductor process control and fabrication is considered a strong advantage.As a New-Tech Physicist, you will lead and execute concept and feasibility studies, working both independently and in close collaboration with internal teams and external partners. In this role, you will play a key part in identifying, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies that will shape Nova’s innovation roadmap and future product portfolio.