This role follows a 100% onsite work schedule and you will report to a Hardware Engineering Manager
You will:- Develop and execute comprehensive PCB-level and module-level validation test plans for Waymo hardware, by working closely with EE and software teams
- Execute electrical validation test for silicon, board and system, covering voltage regulators, power delivery network (PDN), low-speed / high-speed interfaces, cover thermal and voltage corners
- Drive and execute validation to meet key deadlines and priority goals
- Clearly document validation results. Keep track of bugs encountered and fixed. Clearly communicate test plans and results
- Support hardware bring-up, debug, and troubleshooting
- Enhance validation efficiency and scalability through the development of scripts and automation tools
You have:- Familiar with switching-mode power supplies, Power Delivery Network (PDN) and associated validation methodologies
- Knowledge of common SoC/MCU-based architecture, and generic interfaces like LVCMOS I/O, SPI, I2C, UART
- Proficient in executing electrical validation on the bench, including the use of oscilloscopes, DMM, e-load, power supplies, and thermal chambers
- Familiar with schematic and PCB layout tools for circuit review, and test planning
- Excellent communication and project management skills to work with cross-functional teams and external suppliers
- Proficiency with Linux, Bash, test script generation for test automation and data processing
We prefer:- Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated experience in validating and debugging in at least one complex domain (e.g., Analog circuits/MOSFET characterization, PCIe, LPDDR, MIPI, Ethernet)
- Understanding Signal Integrity and Power Integrity concepts, with the ability to determine if a failure is relevant to the physical layer
- Extensive electrical debug experience
- Hardware with firmware verification experience, and CSR tuning
The expected base salary range for this full-time position is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
Salary Range
$230,000-$242,000 USD
