mid software engineering QA Engineer ic 2+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Mar 19, 2026
$132,000 – $189,000
USD per year
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Mid-level QA Engineer managing daily test operations, developing test recipes, and debugging hardware/software issues for semiconductor display technology. Requires bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or physics, 2+ years technical experience, and proficiency with optical/electrical test instrumentation and data analysis tools like Python or MATLAB.
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute daily operations on existing testers, including maintaining statistical process control (SPC), develop new test recipes, and debug hardware/software issues.
  • Work closely with the core test Engineering team to develop and implement new features, enhance test methodologies, increase testing throughput, and extract new information streams.
  • Drive root-cause analysis for test issues, leverage large datasets to lead improvement initiatives and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partner teams (internal customers) to understand their data needs and develop new optical and electrical tests to support device development.
  • Perform rigorous data analysis using tools such as JMP, Python, or MATLAB to drive insights and identify trends.

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.
  • 2 years of experience working in a technical environment.
  • Experience with optical and electrical test instrumentation.
  • Experience in performing data analysis using JMP, Python, or MATLAB.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field (e.g., Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP).
  • Experience writing Python scripts for hardware automation, instrument control, or test sequencing and with SQL.
  • Experience operating, troubleshooting, and automating semiconductor wafer probers and autoloaders.
  • Experience in high-volume production semiconductor testing and manufacturing environments.
  • Understanding of LED device physics and optoelectronic principles.
  • Excellent cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable test plans.
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