The Staff Hardware Engineer, Prototyping role at Google focuses on developing custom silicon solutions for Google's direct-to-consumer products. The position involves working with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver new technologies within the Android ecosystem. The engineer will lead hardware design and architecture efforts, shaping the next generation of hardware experiences. This role is critical in pushing the boundaries of consumer electronics and ensuring high performance and efficiency in product development.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience working in a consumer electronics or hardware prototyping technical environment.
• 3 years of experience in technical leadership.
• Experience in system architecture, rapid prototyping, and hardware design.

• Work with cross-functional hardware and software teams to deliver new and differentiating technologies across the Android ecosystem.
• Collaborate with external partners to identify and define new technologies for product and feature roadmaps.
• Develop models and fabricate functional prototypes of new products and features, integrating hardware and software.
• Define architectures, key performance indicators, and validation strategies for new products and features.
• Lead and approve activities in hardware design, architecture, technology, or development for complex products or systems.

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