Director of Machine Learning

Overview

Nova is seeking a Director of Data Analytics Software to lead the development of a data analytics platform that expands the value customers derive from our advanced metrology tools. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Engineering. The Director will own the creation and extension of a product that leverages divisional tool data to deliver actionable insights, productivity improvements, and measurable business value for semiconductor manufacturers. This position combines small-team agility, deep technical ownership, and a Python-driven Big Data application that enables targeted feature development. This role interfaces cross-divisionally with other platform teams, collaborates with the tool software team, and partners closely with Marketing and divisional leadership to align priorities and roadmap execution. It offers the opportunity to define both architecture and strategy while remaining directly engaged in feature delivery. Pay Range : $290,000- $320,000 Annually (DOE).

Role Responsibilities

• Manage a small, multidisciplinary team of developers, testers, data scientists, and DevOps engineers, driving Agile implementation and delivery of defined features.
• Own the system architecture of a Python-driven, multi-server Big Data application, ensuring changes support feature requirements without compromising overall design integrity.
• Become familiar with product portfolio system requirements to propose optimized high-value ML solutions.
• Develop and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with Marketing, Product Line Directors, and the development team, balancing priorities with technical feasibility.
• Lead the end-to-end development of prioritized features, shepherding them from definition through release.
• Identify, capture, and resolve gaps or issues that would otherwise be missed, ensuring robust and reliable software delivery.
• Collaborate cross-divisionally to align platform strategies and leverage shared learning across business units.
• Promote and implement best practices in Agile software development, continuous integration, and system testing.
• Guide the team toward measurable performance improvements, mentoring individuals and fostering career growth.
• Represent the Data Analytics Software team in executive discussions, customer engagements, and technical reviews.

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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. We are a team of about 1200 people in three R&D centers and 27 field offices, leveraging physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms to develop hardware and software solutions that measure advanced computer chips. We focus on extracting dimensions and layers at the atomic level to provide customers with crucial decision-making data. Our culture centers on empowering people to make an impact through technology.

Join us if you are

A dreamer 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 talent@novami.com

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