System Engineer, Hands

Overview

1X builds safe humanoid robots that work alongside people at home and in factories. We ship fast, test hard, iterate until it works.

System Engineer role at 1X Technologies focused on designing, integrating, and maintaining complex robotic/automation systems with an emphasis on tactile sensing and perception. The engineer will collaborate across hardware, embedded, controls, and software teams to deliver reliable end-to-end system performance from prototype to production.

• Define system architecture, interfaces, and requirements across mechanical, electrical, embedded, and software subsystems.
• Integrate tactile sensors and related perception pipelines into robotic platforms and validate performance.
• Develop test plans, acceptance criteria, and verification/validation (V&V) strategies for system-level readiness.
• Own system bring-up, debugging, and root-cause analysis across hardware/firmware/software boundaries.
• Collaborate with controls and SW/AI teams to tune system behavior and improve robustness.
• Create and maintain system documentation: ICDs, requirements, schematics references, test reports, and release notes.
• Partner with product and program teams to scope milestones, estimate effort, and manage technical risks.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years experience in systems engineering, robotics integration, or complex electromechanical products.
• Hands-on experience with tactile sensing, force/torque sensors, or haptics-related instrumentation.
• Strong debugging skills using lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, DAQ) and software tools.
• Experience writing system requirements, interface control documents, and V&V plans.
• Proficiency with Linux and scripting (Python/Bash) for automation and test tooling.
• Understanding of real-time/embedded systems and communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, Ethernet).
• Familiarity with robotics frameworks and middleware (e.g., ROS/ROS2) and sensor fusion concepts.
• Strong cross-functional communication and ability to work in fast-paced prototype environments.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Pay: $147,200 - $220,800 + equity + benefits

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, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.