Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer Location: Goleta, CA, USA Salary: $201,300 to $231,000 + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits. Individual pay determined based on skills, experience, and education. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in this role or a Hardware Engineer‑related occupation. Master’s degree in a related field and 3 years of experience in this role or a Hardware Engineer‑related occupation. Position requires 3 years of experience in: system-level analysis of component interrelations, trade‑offs, and systems architecture to optimize system testability, performance, reliability, and cost; identifying, debugging, triaging, and conducting root‑cause analysis of technical issues; analyzing data and information to generate solutions, identify system/workflow gaps, and develop action plans; applying domain‑specific technical knowledge (Optics, Sensors, Audio/Digital Signal Processor) to complete work; managing product life cycle (development, maintenance, evolution, delivery, and sunsetting). About the job The Google Quantum Hardware team is building a quantum computer using superconducting integrated circuits. You will work hands‑on with an entirely new paradigm of computing as it advances from fundamental physics to industrial applications. These devices are extremely sensitive to materials properties, and improving device performance requires creative fabrication techniques. Responsibilities Identify hardware flaws, analyze key risks or trade‑offs, and implement corrective solutions. Evaluate hardware design feasibility against product requirements and collaborate with partners to scope projects. Apply best practices to optimize complex hardware components for performance, power, and cost. Predict hardware design consequences in cross‑functional trade‑off discussions using simulation or measurement data. Review and approve hardware designs, resolve test issues, and compare performance against predictions; drive documentation of hardware design, implementation, and validation results throughout the product life cycle. Position reports to the Google Santa Barbara, CA office and may allow for a hybrid schedule. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Equity is granted exclusively and discretely by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google