Staff Research Hardware Engineer

Google is a global technology leader organizing the world's information.
$168,000 - $252,000
Hardware
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
6+ years of experience
AI · Hardware

Description For Staff Research Hardware Engineer

Google's Labs group is seeking a Staff Research Hardware Engineer to join their team focused on incubating early-stage efforts in support of Google's mission. This role involves creating advanced multi-camera systems using custom hardware to enhance Machine Learning (ML) based neural rendering research. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hardware design, imaging technologies, and working in a research environment.

As a Staff Research Hardware Engineer, you'll be part of a diverse team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Key responsibilities include developing effective hardware solutions, exploring new technologies in cameras and lighting, ensuring high-fidelity imagery collection, and overseeing lab inventory and organization. The role requires a strong background in hardware engineering, with a focus on camera technologies and intricate hardware systems.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $168,000-$252,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Google is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates.

Join Google's Labs team and contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide, driving the future of hardware experiences and research in ML-based neural rendering.

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Responsibilities For Staff Research Hardware Engineer

  • Create advanced multi-camera systems using custom hardware to enhance Machine Learning (ML) based neural rendering research
  • Develop effective hardware solutions to meet project needs by gathering requirements from diverse research teams
  • Explore and evaluate new technologies in cameras, lighting, scaffolding, and image capture techniques to improve research outcomes
  • Ensure high-fidelity imagery collection by managing camera settings such as focus, aperture, and color calibration, while assessing overall image quality
  • Oversee lab inventory and organization, including the management of shipping and receiving processes

Requirements For Staff Research Hardware Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree in Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Imaging Science, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 6 years of experience working in a research environment, focusing on hardware design or imaging technologies
  • Experience building and designing intricate hardware systems, with an emphasis on multi-camera setups
  • Experience with camera technologies, including lenses, image sensors, and optics
  • Experience working with Linux operating systems

Benefits For Staff Research Hardware Engineer

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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