> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3040223-optical-systems-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3040223-optical-systems-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Optical Systems Architect - **Company:** Nova Ltd. - **Location:** Fremont, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Computer Programming, Experimental Data, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Signal Processing, Systems Architecture, Visual Systems, Data Analytics - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bb5737b70f460859 ## About the Role * M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics or Engineering (Optics, Electrical or related disciplines) * Strong background in experimental and theoretical research applied to real-world systems * Advantage - Optics experience * Advantage - Ellipsometry experience * 10+ years of experience in multidisciplinary system development within advanced technology R&D environments * Demonstrated experience in owning system-level development, including architecture definition, performance analysis, and integration across disciplines * Deep understanding of multi-disciplinary systems, including physics, optics, algorithms, electronics, mechanics, and software * Strong capability in system architecture definition, including performance budgeting, error analysis, and cross-domain trade-offs * Advanced experience in data analysis and modeling (signal processing, statistical analysis, experimental data interpretation) * Strong hands-on programming skills in Python / Matlab, with application to complex system data and modeling * Experience in algorithm development and integration within real systems * Ability to operate effectively in highly complex, matrixed, multi-disciplinary environments * Track record of mentoring and guiding engineers/researchers in system-level thinking and methodology * Strong communication skills, with significant experience in technical presentations, documentation, and stakeholder alignment * Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable working in high-ambiguity environments * We are looking for a dedicated, out-of-the-box thinker who's most importantly a great team player. ## Related Videos - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Solving Architectural Entropy With Runnable Diagrams](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100144-solving-architectural-entropy-with-runnable-diagrams) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Exploring the Potential of Decentraland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/583-exploring-the-potential-of-decentraland) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Science & more: The Lopez dilemma](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/10-data-science-more-the-lopez-dilemma) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)