The Senior Hardware Validation Engineer role at Google Cloud focuses on qualifying new servers and specialized hardware for Google's data centers. This position requires physical interaction with hardware in a lab environment, ensuring that equipment meets quality and reliability standards. The engineer will work closely with design teams to provide feedback and improve hardware designs. The role is part of a team that drives innovations in AI and infrastructure, supporting Google's extensive computing needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in board level design and testing, or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Experience with lab equipment such as scopes, BERTs, and analyzers.
• Experience with servers and compute platform architecture.

• Create test plans, coordinate resources, and communicate status updates to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Perform electrical, functional, performance, and reliability testing for server products.
• Analyze results and incorporate learnings to maintain and improve the qualification process.
• Use lab equipment to collect high precision data and validate high speed interfaces.
• Collaborate with ODMs/JDMs to ensure validation meets Google standards.
• Report bugs and drive corrective action with suppliers and internal teams.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.