Hardware Validation Engineer V

Insight Global is looking for a Hardware Validation Engineer to join one of the world's leading technology companies based in Sunnyvale, CA. This will be part of the Reality Labs organization which brings people around the world together through next generation Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality. We are seeking a mid- to senior-level Hardware Engineer to support bring-up, validation, and debugging of new sensor modules for Meta’s wearable hardware platforms. This role is highly hands-on and lab-focused, working at the intersection of hardware, firmware, and system integration. The ideal candidate is comfortable powering up early hardware, issuing firmware commands, and debugging complex system-level issues.

Job Responsibilities:
● Perform hardware bring-up of new wearable sensor modules from first power-on through functional validation
● Debug system issues across sensors, power, interfaces, and firmware
● Use firmware / low-level commands (UART, I²C, SPI, shell, or vendor tools) to configure, test, and debug hardware
● Validate sensor performance, functionality, and reliability under different operating conditions
● Execute and refine test plans, validation procedures, and debug checklists
● Collaborate closely with firmware, system, and mechanical teams to resolve issues quickly
● Work with schematic, layout, and datasheet reviews to identify potential design risks
● Document findings, root causes, and recommendations clearly for cross-functional teams
● Support rapid iteration cycles typical of early-stage wearable development

Pay range: $80-90/hr

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● Good EE fundamentals in digital and analog domain.
● Solid hands-on experience in lab equipment, such as oscillating scope, differential probes.
● Ability to drive projects with high ambiguity, multiple paths, and fuzzy future to clarity.
● Experience in consumer electronics and working with vendors/contract manufactures is a plus.
● Understanding of battery, thermal, and system integration is a plus.
● Experience in developing automated tests and validation is a plus.
● Comfortable using firmware or diagnostic commands for hardware control and debug

- Consumer electronics experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.