1X Technologies

Hardware Systems Research Engineer

San Carlos, CA

Sponsorship not specified$200k-$250kDetected 35 days ago

Data AnalysisA/B TestingEmbedded SystemsRoboticsResearchExperimental Design

About the role

1X Labs exists to explore what comes next.
We investigate the technologies, mechanisms, architectures, and system concepts that have the potential to fundamentally advance humanoid robotics.
We prototype aggressively, test rigorously, and pursue breakthroughs that can ultimately influence future generations of humanoid robots.

We're building humanoid robots that work in home - doing the chores, handling the tasks, and giving people their time back.
NEO is our flagship - a home robot designed to move, learn, and operate in the real world alongside real people.
We're scaling, we're hiring with intention, and we need people who want to build something that will genuinely change how humans spend their time - safely creating abundance for all.
They are comfortable building ideas that are not their own, relentlessly testing systems against reality, and pushing until they either achieve breakthrough performance or understand exactly why they cannot.
Our work spans mechanics, electronics, sensing, controls, materials, and system design.
You will build, test, and iterate across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to determine what truly advances robotic capability.

Several years of experience building and testing innovative electromechanical systems
Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanics, electronics, controls, or embedded systems

Experience designing and assembling prototype electronics and custom PCBs
Experience with CAD, machining, fabrication, and rapid mechanical iteration
Experience writing low-level firmware, controls software, or hardware test infrastructure
Exposure to biomechanics, neuroscience, cognitive science, or biologically inspired systems
Identify and communicate the true limitations, tradeoffs, and scaling challenges of emerging technologies

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support

Rapidly prototype and evaluate novel hardware concepts that advance the capabilities of humanoid robotic systems
Generate trustworthy experimental data that informs technical decisions and eliminates uncertainty around new approaches
Establish clear performance benchmarks and systematically evaluate concepts against biological, system-level, or product-relevant targets
Successfully transition promising research concepts into credible paths for product integration and future development programs
Exceptional hands-on engineering ability across mechanical, electrical, and software systems with 10+ years of experience.
Strong experimental mindset with a commitment to evidence-driven decision making
Ability to move quickly from concept to working hardware while maintaining technical rigor
Deep curiosity and intrinsic motivation to understand how systems behave and why they fail
High degree of ownership, persistence, and comfort operating in ambiguous research environments
We've been at this since 2014 and we're at the point where the hard problems are behind us and the hard work is in front of us.

1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, justice system impact, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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