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Tactile Sensing Research Engineer at 1X

Department: R&D

Compensation

$200,000 – $250,000/yr

Setup
On-site
Location
San Carlos, California
Type
Full-time
Level
staff+
Posted

Description

1X is hiring a Tactile Sensing Researcher / Engineer to advance tactile sensing toward human-level capability for humanoid robots. The role develops sensing systems through design, fabrication, testing, and refinement; establishes benchmarking methods; identifies performance limitations; generates experimental evidence; and transitions promising concepts into robotic manipulation systems. Candidates need a relevant PhD, demonstrated high-impact contributions, and experience developing sensing technologies through multiple design and validation generations. The position offers $200,000–$250,000 plus equity and medical, dental, and vision coverage.

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