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Hardware Validation Engineer, Engineering Labs

Google

Location

Mountain View, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

$132,000 - $189,000 per year

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Job description

The Hardware Validation Engineer will support new product engineering and development in Google's hardware R&D labs. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining system-level testbeds that facilitate product development. The engineer will work within a team that focuses on creating hardware and software technologies for Google's services. The position offers the opportunity to influence the design of systems that power Google's data centers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a specialized field.
  • 2 years of experience in a hardware engineering technical environment, or 1 year with an advanced degree.
  • Experience with Linux, networking, network troubleshooting, and failure diagnosis.
  • Experience working with various computer systems including physical, functional, logical, mechanical, electrical, software, and thermal.

Responsibilities

  • Help design and build system-level testbeds and maintain lab space, tools, and infrastructure.
  • Work with teams to develop software and hardware systems and methodologies.
  • Coordinate interactions between labs and engineering teams.
  • Anticipate and resolve problems by applying knowledge and skills, escalating issues when necessary.
  • Generate implementation plans and provide technical expertise during deployment activities.

Benefits

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

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