Tactile Sensing Research Engineer for Humanoid Robots

Posted 4 days ago

1xSan Diego (CA)

Robotics Engineers Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

1X Labs seeks a Tactile Sensing Researcher/Engineer to advance tactile sensing toward human-level capability. You will design, fabricate, test, and refine sensing systems that capture contact dynamics to enable dexterous robotic manipulation. The role requires a PhD and a strong hands-on track record across materials, electronics, and mechanics, driving rigorous benchmarking and data-driven decisions that move concepts toward deployable tech.

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