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INTRODUCTION
In this role, you’ll work to shape the future of AI/ML hardware acceleration. You will have an opportunity to drive cutting-edge TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) technology that powers Google's most demanding AI/ML applications. You’ll be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's TPU. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide, and leverage your design and verification expertise to verify complex digital designs, with a specific focus on TPU architecture and its integration within AI/ML-driven systems.
As a Silicon Validation Engineering Manager, you will lead the group focused on custom TPU silicon. You will set strategy and co-ordinate resources, planning, and execution for the team.
You will strategize, review, and execute test plans for silicon systems and subsystems. You will own silicon bringup, new product introduction (NPI), and sustaining efforts. You will serve as the central co-ordination point between your team and systems teams, including hardware, software, manufacturing, and supply chain. You will also manage relationships with vendors and contract manufacturers.
You will verify that silicon meets functional and performance requirements and own qualification, characterization, and deliverables for post-silicon, including interfaces, compute cores, power, and performance. You will debug issues, suggest fixes, and ensure silicon meets quality and reliability requirements throughout the entire product life-cycle (PLC).
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in silicon validation, with a focus on digital systems or accelerators which include high-speed interfaces.
- Experience as a manager or technical leadership for new product introduction in custom silicon.
- Experience with System Verilog, Firmware, C++, or Scripting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
- Experience with the entire silicon development life-cycle related to Silicon Validation, architecture and design requirements, DFx features, tapeout, planning and readiness for post-silicon, and execution of post-silicon.
- Experience bringing silicon to high-volume manufacturing and sustaining programs.
- Experience in direct Silicon design or verification.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Silicon Validation team by planning, co-ordinating resources, and executing for custom silicon programs.
- Develop and implement silicon validation strategy, co-ordinating, developing, and reviewing test plans across silicon subsystems and systems including interfaces, compute, power, and performance.
- Execute custom silicon NPI, including silicon bringup, qualification, and sustaining quality and reliability.
- Collaborate with the broader silicon group on current and future post-silicon issues, recommending improvements to enhance power, performance, quality, and reliability.
- Serve as the primary point of silicon validation to internal and external partners for silicon and system delivery, functionality, and performance.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $192,000-$278,000 + 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.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

INTRODUCTION
In this role, you’ll work to shape the future of AI/ML hardware acceleration. You will have an opportunity to drive cutting-edge TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) technology that powers Google's most demanding AI/ML applications. You’ll be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's TPU. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide, and leverage your design and verification expertise to verify complex digital designs, with a specific focus on TPU architecture and its integration within AI/ML-driven systems.
As a Silicon Validation Engineering Manager, you will lead the group focused on custom TPU silicon. You will set strategy and co-ordinate resources, planning, and execution for the team.
You will strategize, review, and execute test plans for silicon systems and subsystems. You will own silicon bringup, new product introduction (NPI), and sustaining efforts. You will serve as the central co-ordination point between your team and systems teams, including hardware, software, manufacturing, and supply chain. You will also manage relationships with vendors and contract manufacturers.
You will verify that silicon meets functional and performance requirements and own qualification, characterization, and deliverables for post-silicon, including interfaces, compute cores, power, and performance. You will debug issues, suggest fixes, and ensure silicon meets quality and reliability requirements throughout the entire product life-cycle (PLC).
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in silicon validation, with a focus on digital systems or accelerators which include high-speed interfaces.
- Experience as a manager or technical leadership for new product introduction in custom silicon.
- Experience with System Verilog, Firmware, C++, or Scripting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
- Experience with the entire silicon development life-cycle related to Silicon Validation, architecture and design requirements, DFx features, tapeout, planning and readiness for post-silicon, and execution of post-silicon.
- Experience bringing silicon to high-volume manufacturing and sustaining programs.
- Experience in direct Silicon design or verification.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Silicon Validation team by planning, co-ordinating resources, and executing for custom silicon programs.
- Develop and implement silicon validation strategy, co-ordinating, developing, and reviewing test plans across silicon subsystems and systems including interfaces, compute, power, and performance.
- Execute custom silicon NPI, including silicon bringup, qualification, and sustaining quality and reliability.
- Collaborate with the broader silicon group on current and future post-silicon issues, recommending improvements to enhance power, performance, quality, and reliability.
- Serve as the primary point of silicon validation to internal and external partners for silicon and system delivery, functionality, and performance.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $192,000-$278,000 + 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.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Google maps Engineering Manager roles to internal levels (L6 and above) that signal scope and complexity. Frame your resume around team size, cross-functional influence, and technical systems you've owned, not just years of experience.
Target teams with active international hiring pipelines
Google's infrastructure, cloud, and ads engineering divisions have historically filed for work visas at scale. Prioritize open roles on those teams, where internal sponsorship workflows are already established and less likely to stall on approvals.
Understand H-1B timing relative to Google's hiring cycle
If you need H-1B sponsorship, the April 1 filing deadline shapes everything. Google typically recruits Engineering Managers on a rolling basis, but an October 1 start date is the earliest possible for new H-1B approvals. Plan your offer window accordingly.
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Does Google sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Managers?
Yes, Google sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Manager roles. Given that Engineering Manager positions at Google require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, they generally satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation requirement. Google has dedicated immigration teams that manage the H-1B petition process, including premium processing when timelines are tight.
Which visa types does Google commonly sponsor for Engineering Manager roles?
Google sponsors H-1B visas for most internationally qualified Engineering Managers, and H-1B1 visas for citizens of Singapore and Chile. Australian citizens are eligible for the E-3 visa, which bypasses the H-1B lottery and allows for faster processing through consular appointments in Australia. Your recruiter should be able to confirm which visa type applies to your situation early in the process.
How do I apply for Engineering Manager jobs at Google?
Applications go through Google's careers portal at careers.google.com. Engineering Manager roles at Google are highly competitive and typically require prior experience managing software engineers, a strong technical background, and demonstrated ability to lead at scale. Most candidates go through five to seven interview rounds covering leadership, technical depth, and cross-functional judgment. Migrate Mate also lists Google's Engineering Manager openings filtered by visa sponsorship type, which helps you identify roles aligned to your immigration situation before applying.
What qualifications does Google expect for Engineering Manager candidates requiring visa sponsorship?
Google typically expects Engineering Manager candidates to have a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, plus several years of experience both as a software engineer and as a people manager. For visa sponsorship purposes, the technical degree is critical. USCIS requires that the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, and your engineering background is the primary evidence supporting that classification.
How do I plan my timeline if I need Google to sponsor my H-1B?
If you're subject to the H-1B cap, your earliest possible start date after winning the lottery is October 1. Google can file your petition on April 1 for that October start. That means your offer, background check, and all documentation need to be finalized before April 1. Missing that window means waiting another full year, so communicate your visa timeline with your recruiter as early in the process as possible.
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