Security Engineer, Silicon

Google is seeking a Security Engineer to join their Silicon team, focusing on creating and maintaining secure hardware systems for Google's infrastructure. This role combines hardware security expertise with software security principles to protect Google's data center technologies.

The position offers a competitive base salary range of $141,000-$202,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Based in Sunnyvale, CA, this mid-level role requires at least 2 years of experience in silicon life-cycle, security engineering, and Verilog/SystemVerilog.

As a Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for performing security reviews of silicon designs (RTL), developing threat models, and defining security requirements for hardware products entering Google's data centers. You'll work closely with the Platforms Infrastructure Engineering (PIE) teams to design and implement security controls for identified threats and risks.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with preferred qualifications including 5 years of software development and security engineering experience. Knowledge of Hardware System Architecture, Firmware, Systems Programming, and Risk Assessment is highly valued.

This role is part of Google Cloud's mission to accelerate digital transformation across industries. You'll be working with enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, helping to protect and secure critical infrastructure used by customers in more than 200 countries.

The position offers an excellent opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and security, contributing to Google's mission of creating safer systems. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, technical expertise, and collaborative problem-solving, while enjoying Google's comprehensive benefits package and professional growth opportunities.

Google maintains a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, fostering a workplace that represents their global user base. They provide accommodations for applicants with special needs and maintain high standards for workplace equality and fair treatment.