Hardware Engineer

Hardware EngineerLocation: Goleta, California, USAResponsibilities:Identify hardware flaws, analyze technical risks and trade-offs, and implement effective corrective solutions.Evaluate hardware design feasibility against product requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope.Optimize complex hardware components for performance, power efficiency, reliability, and cost using engineering best practices.Predict hardware design outcomes and trade-offs using simulation and measurement data.Review and approve hardware designs throughout the development process.Resolve hardware testing issues and compare measured performance against design predictions.Document hardware design, implementation, testing, validation, and product lifecycle activities.Contribute to the development of superconducting quantum computing hardware.Work on improving device performance through innovative fabrication techniques and engineering solutions.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 5 years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in hardware engineering or a related occupation.ORMaster's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 3 years of relevant hardware engineering experience.At least 3 years of experience with:System-level analysis of component interactions, architectural trade-offs, and system optimization.Hardware debugging, issue triage, and root-cause analysis.Data analysis to identify system or workflow gaps and develop technical solutions.Applying technical expertise in areas such as optics, sensors, or audio/digital signal processors.Managing the complete hardware product lifecycle, including development, maintenance, evolution, delivery, and retirement.Preferred:Experience working with superconducting quantum hardware.Knowledge of quantum device fabrication techniques.Experience with hardware simulation and performance validation.Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.Benefits and Compensation:Base salary: $201,300 to $231,000 per year.Target annual bonus of 15%.Equity grants through Alphabet Inc.Comprehensive employee benefits package.Compensation is based on skills, experience, education, and work location.Other Information:Join Google's Quantum Hardware team developing superconducting quantum computers for next-generation computing applications.The role involves improving quantum device performance through advanced hardware design and fabrication techniques.English proficiency is required for effective global collaboration.Google is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace.Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified applicants with disabilities.Google does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.