Cognizant is hiring: Hardware Test Engineer in Palo Alto

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on, detailed‑oriented Hardware Test Engineer to support product manufacturing and testing. This role involves setup, testing, and troubleshooting hardware down to the subsystem level requiring strong electronics knowledge and flexibility to work in labs, test facilities, and field locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across engineering and non‑technical teams.
• Triage and debug hardware issues at system, sub‑system, and component levels.
• Analyze field failures and identify root causes.
• Troubleshoot PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly), SMT, and IC related issues.
• Execute test plans, perform repairs, and document findings.

Location

Based on the business requirements you will be working onsite at a client office in Mountain View, CA.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in hardware diagnostics, repair, or technical support.
• Strong grasp of electrical theory and troubleshooting.
• Experience debugging electronics at board/system level.
• Proficiency with lab tools (multimeters and oscilloscopes).
• Ability to read schematics and mechanical CAD drawings.
• Ability to assemble prototype systems and cable harnesses from drawings.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Soldering and hot air rework proficiency.
• Familiarity with Python or LabView scripting.
• Experience with Linux command line.

Eligibility

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is between $75,000.00 – $109,500.00, depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.