Hi, I'm Ignacio Guarna - Staff Hardware Engineer at Google
I am passionate about building hardware that pushes technical boundaries. I thrive in high-stakes environments where I can translate complex engineering challenges into scalable, real-world solutions.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Successfully scaled complex hardware systems from initial design through to mass production at Google.
Currently leads high-performing engineering teams with a focus on technical strategy and operational excellence.
Offers expertise in bridging the gap between theoretical electrical engineering and real-world hardware manufacturing.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Growth
Built a robust technical base through electrical engineering studies and early industrial exposure.
✦ Engineering Core
✦ Academic Rigor
Hardware Innovation
Contributed to bleeding-edge hardware development, evolving from an intern role into a Staff Engineer.
✦ Hardware Design
✦ Industrial Scale
Engineering Management
Shifted focus toward team leadership, strategy, and operational excellence within high-growth tech environments.
✦ Managerial Oversight
✦ Technical Strategy
💪🏻 Superpowers
Hardware Systems Architecture
Designing for scale and performance
Architected high-stakes hardware systems at Google.
Optimized engineering workflows for large-scale production.
Engineering Team Leadership
Translating technical vision into delivery
Managed cross-functional teams to meet aggressive milestones.
Mentored engineers to bridge performance gaps.
Rapid Innovation Cycles
Accelerating hardware development from prototype to mass production
Applied manufacturing principles gained during Tesla tenure.
Streamlined development cycles for complex technical products.
I'm excited about
Exploring new frontiers in hardware-led product development and innovation.
Connecting with leaders tackling the intersection of complex systems and design.
Discovering emerging opportunities to apply my technical leadership in new industries.
I can help with
Advising early-stage teams on hardware scaling and manufacturing strategies.
Mentoring junior hardware engineers navigating the transition to management.
Providing technical feedback on complex electrical architecture designs.
I would love your help on
Learning best practices for leadership in diverse hardware startup ecosystems.
Meeting peers who are currently navigating the transition to engineering management.
Gaining insight into emerging trends within sustainable hardware development.