Senior Hardware Performance Test Engineer, Platforms Infrastructure Engineering
Google · United States · Posted 2026-08-30
Job description
Lead end-to-end system integration testing by defining system configurations and drive the development of test automation to facilitate system performance, design reliability and failure reproduction. Design network, power and cooling infrastructure for end-to-end system testing. Drive development of test software and infrastructure required for managing a fleet of test systems at scale to avoid manual configuration and test execution. Develop quality data collection systems and visualization of the data (i.e., measurements). Provide integrated Software (SW) to synchronize test execution on Device-under-Test (DUT) with external smart measurement instrumentation. Contribute within a team of hardware/software designers, test engineers, on project planning within hardware development labs, ensuring adequate resources are met as required. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a specialized field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP, etc.), or equivalent practical experience. 4 years of experience working in a hardware development lab technical environment, or 3 years of experience with an advanced degree. 3 years of experience with Linux and software scripting languages (i.e., Python). Experience with hardware evaluation methodologies, including lab measurements, performance monitoring, test automation, and data analysis. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Linux or other Unix operating systems (e.g., Ubuntu or RHEL) and shell scripts. Demonstrated proficiency in more than one discipline related to hardware test, hardware qualification, and manufacturing (e.g., signal integrity, power circuit testing, optical testing, network testing, scripting, and hardware (HW) test execution automation using Python). Understanding of computer systems: physical, functional, logical, mechanical, electrical, software, thermal etc. Ability to read and understand technical drawings such as schematics, datasheets, and written work instructions. Effective written and verbal communication and people management skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage the needs of multiple lab users.