System Architect

NDI (Northern Digital Inc.)•Waterloo, ON

1d•CA$100,000 - CA$120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

NDI's systems architecture team is responsible for the design and performance of NDI’s current and upcoming optical tracking systems and consumable medical devices. As a System Architect, you will tackle complex technical challenges by applying best practices from system engineering. System Architects transform user and stakeholder needs into actionable system requirements, making critical design decisions, managing technical uncertainties, and contributing to the development of our advanced spatial measurement systems. In this role, you will have a direct impact on NDI’s mission, to deliver precise navigation to improve patients’ lives.

Requirements

University degree in Physical Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related disciplines, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of relevant work experience in technology related to design of complex systems, medical device development, metrology, mechanical design engineering, or high-volume medical manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with spatial measurement principles.
Familiarity with medical product development including quality management systems, risk management, and useability engineering.
Understanding of optics with experience designing cameras and/or projectors.
Practical knowledge of statistics.
Hardware design experience and knowledge of hardware product lifecycle.
Programming knowledge and understanding of the software product lifecycle.
Prior experience using mechanical, optical, and/or magnetic tracking systems and/or machine vision.
Strong analytical thinker, data-driven decision maker, and persistent problem solver.
Effective communicator, highly organized, collaborative, team-oriented, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

Act as the principal technical voice on projects by driving technical decisions with clarity and sound judgement.
Resolve technical conflicts by owning technical decisions and the outcomes.
Support project planning and execution in conjunction with Project and Product Management.
Collaborate with product managers to iterate on the product vision and ensure user needs are met by translating user stories, workflows, and product direction into clear technical requirements for feasible system concepts. System Architects apply understanding of NDI’s optical tracking system use cases to create viable system concepts that solve real customer problems.
Develop system block diagrams and architecture documentation. Build and communicate knowledge of architectural trade-offs in optical tracking system design.
Develop cohesive technical documentation in accordance with NDI’s design control process (system architecture, requirements, risk management). Support the creation of customer-facing communications such as technical whitepapers and user guides.
Create prototypes, conduct data analysis, and run quick experiments to test system performance and concept feasibility. Scope out research and exploratory work, coordinating and delegating with other disciplines. Communicate and contribute to findings to R&D knowledge bases.
Liaise with customers and customer-facing teams, and advocate for your ideas internally with clarity and vision.

Benefits

Competitive pay with a 4% RRSP match to help you plan for the future.
A comprehensive benefits package that supports your health and well-being.
Company-wide bonus program and regular salary reviews.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted company shares to help you invest in and benefit from our growth.
A 37.5-hour work week with a flexible work model available where responsibilities allow.
Three weeks of vacation start, plus a paid holiday shutdown in December to recharge before the New Year!
A calendar full of employee social events and engagement activities to keep us connected.
Professional and personal development support designed to foster your continuous growth and career advancement.
Work where your contributions are valued — as a multi-year winner of Waterloo Region’s Top Employers and the 2025 Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year, we’re recognized for putting people first and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Part of a growing global company with offices in Waterloo, Vermont, Germany, and Hong Kong.
Conveniently located near GRT and ION transit stops, with free on-site parking available.