Staff Hardware Systems Engineer, Watches

Job description

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 6 years of experience working in a consumer electronics technical environment. 3 years of experience in technical leadership.

Preferred qualifications

10 years of consumer electronics experience, specializing in HDI design, FPC, and rigid-flex assemblies. Experience in advanced packaging (SiP, PoP, CoW) to drive system miniaturization. Experience in lifecycle management from concept and NTI through EVT/DVT to mass production. Experience in adjacent disciplines like RF, thermal, and mechanical engineering. Ability to navigate ambiguity, evaluate complex data, and make sound technical risk assessments.

Exceptional communication skills, distilling complex technical trade-offs into actionable insights for cross-functional peers and leadership. About the job The Pixel Watch Electrical Engineering (EE) team is responsible for the end-to-end hardware development of Google's first-party (1P) Watch products. We work with product managers during initial concept and design phases, guide new technology investigations, and manage the entire hardware lifecycle—from board integration and comprehensive validation to overseeing manufacturing to deliver products with an advanced user experience and health sensing capabilities.