Supplier Quality Engineer, Solid State Drive

Google's custom-designed machines make up one of the largest and most powerful computing infrastructures in the world. The Hardware Testing Engineering team ensures that this cutting-edge equipment is reliable.

• Own the end-to-end supplier quality and reliability for SSD (Solid-State Drive) components, from NPI through end-of-life.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives during NPI phases to ensure the technical and operational readiness of the SSD commodity supply chain for mass production.
• Partner with Design, Manufacturing, and Commodity teams as the subject matter expert on qualifying and scaling SSD technologies.
• Influence product roadmaps and architectural decisions by providing data-driven insights on hardware quality, reliability, and performance trade-offs.
• Drive the resolution of critical fleet and factory issues, leading suppliers through robust Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA), Failure Analysis (FA), and 8D processes.
• Develop and implement advanced quality plans and process controls (FMEA, DOE, Cpk, etc.) to mitigate risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Quality, Electrical), or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience as a Quality, Reliability or Product Engineering.
• 4 years of experience in SSD manufacturing processes.
• Experience with high-volume, high-reliability hardware in industries such as servers, automotive, or aerospace.
• Experience with SSD technologies, including SSD manufacturing and test processes.

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Equity
• Bonus opportunities are available

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.