Thermal Test Engineer

Google's Platforms team is seeking a Thermal Test Engineer to join their hardware and infrastructure division. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with software skills to optimize and evaluate thermal performance in data center environments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $117,000-$172,000 plus comprehensive benefits including bonus and equity.

The role requires hands-on interaction with hardware in simulated data center environments, making it an in-person position at either Mountain View or Sunnyvale, CA locations. You'll be responsible for designing and evaluating data center systems, working with thermal cooling technologies, and developing test strategies.

Key responsibilities include characterizing thermal performance of server/rack designs, collaborating on test plans, and maintaining lab equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with Linux environments, scripting languages, and thermal design/testing, combining both technical expertise and practical hands-on skills.

This position offers growth opportunities within Google's infrastructure team, working on cutting-edge cooling technologies for data centers. You'll collaborate with the Thermal Product Design team and have the chance to influence the future of Google's hardware infrastructure.

The role requires 2 years of experience in thermal design/test environments (or 1 year with an advanced degree) and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. You'll work with various cooling technologies, develop test strategies, and contribute to research and project planning that scales with Google's growth.

Benefits include competitive compensation, bonus potential, equity grants, and comprehensive health coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about thermal engineering and data center infrastructure to join one of the world's leading technology companies.