Software Engineer, Embedded Systems

Software Engineer, Embedded Systems | Software Engineering
Palo Alto, CA (on-site)

About 1X
We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

The Role
As an Software Engineer, Embedded Systems, you will contribute across the embedded stack, ranging from motor control and sensor interfaces to bootloader design and OTA firmware deployment. You’ll support hardware bring-up and integration efforts, while driving development in safety, security, and production-grade firmware architecture. This role is central to moving our systems from lab environments into scalable, real-world deployments.

You Will

• Architect and develop firmware for motor controllers, sensor interfaces, and battery management systems

• Build robust OTA firmware update and bootloader deployment systems

• Participate in hardware-software integration and system bring-up projects

• Contribute to CI/CD infrastructure and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing

• Implement features for safety, security, and high-level robot software safety layers

• Drive improvements in firmware standards, reliability, and development processes

Must Have

• Hands-on experience developing embedded firmware, including motor control, MCU APIs, and sensor interfaces

• Familiarity with OTA updates, bootloader design, and secure firmware deployment

• Experience with hardware-software integration and bringing up new hardware platforms

• Knowledge of test automation, CI/CD systems, and HIL testing environments

• Strong execution mindset and ability to balance short-term deliverables with long-term planning

• Background in robotics, automotive, consumer electronics, or other embedded safety/security-focused domains

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary Range: $137,861 – $240,000 + Equity

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.