1X
Technology
HardwareSystemsPrototyper
“Hardware Systems Prototyper at 1X. Skills: Hardware systems, Systems prototyping, Electronics, Mechanics. Research state-of-the-art technologies. Evaluate technologies”
What You'll Achieve.
Build real systems quickly; Turn concepts into products; Approach human-level behavior
Industry & Context.
Expose hidden constraints; Push performance limits; Understand performance limits
In-person presence required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Hands-on hardware systems background, Several years of innovative work, Portfolio of side projects, Proficient with manual mill, Familiar with CAM and CNC, Understand additive manufacturing, Design and spin simple PCBs, Fluent using Claude Code, Ownership across full stack, Close the loop running tests
Nice to Have
Exposure to biomechanics, Exposure to cognitive science
What You'll Do.
Research state-of-the-art technologies
Evaluate technologies
Prototype promising concepts
Generate trustworthy data
Turn prototypes into paths
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with engineering; Work closely with materials; Work closely with manufacturing
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