Architect the next era of wearable computing—Lead full-cycle hardware design for Wi-R-powered devices

📍 On‑site – West Lafayette, IN | Equivalent to Bay Area compensation (includes base + equity + relocation)

✈️ We provide relocation packages and visa transfers (if required) for engineers currently in the San Francisco Bay Area and other U.S. hubs.

🚀 About Ixana

Ixana is a Purdue University spinoff pioneering brain-inspired wearable computing. We've developed Wi-R, a patented communication tech that's 100x more energy-efficient than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Join our 60-person team building the next era of real-time, AI-powered human-computer interaction.

💡 The Wi-R Revolution

Wi-R is our patented non-radiative near-field communication technology that creates secure "wire-like wireless" experiences through small E-field bubbles around your body. This breakthrough enables unprecedented energy efficiency at sub-0.1 nanojoules per bit, making long-term wearable and implantable devices finally practical.

See Wi-R in action: Visit ixana.ai for demos of high-speed data streaming through skin contact: https://vimeo.com/ixana/pairing-contact-transfer

What You’ll Do

• Lead full-cycle hardware architecture and development for Wi-R-based reference platforms

• Design, simulate, and prototype mixed-signal embedded systems with analog, RF, and digital components

• Own schematic creation, PCB layout, and bring-up of low-power wearable hardware

• Collaborate with firmware, ID, NPI, and supply chain teams for integration and delivery

• Drive system validation, performance optimization, and production-readiness for smart glasses, wearables, and sensors

• Translate vendor reference designs into custom, highly optimized solutions

What We're Looking For

• PhD or MSEE with 5+ years, or BSEE with 7+ years in embedded hardware design

• Deep knowledge of low-power analog/audio systems, RF components (Wi-Fi, BT, GPS), and power circuitry

• Proven hands-on experience with schematics, PCB layout, and debug of mixed-signal systems

• Familiarity with embedded interfaces like I2C, UART, SPI, USB, MIPI, I2S

• Background in working with cross-functional software and product teams

• Bonus: Experience in biomedical devices, Android/Linux hardware integration, or camera systems

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: Competitive based on experience + Equity equivalent to Bay‑Area purchasing power

• Signing bonus + meaningful early‑stage equity

• Relocation bonus, partner job‑search help

• Full visa sponsorship (STEM‑OPT transfer / H‑1B / TN / future green card)

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, inventor cash awards

🌟 Why Join Us

• Work on deep tech that matters

• Collaborate with world-class experts and industry leaders

• Own your work end-to-end and see real impact

• Enjoy a culture of speed, rigor, and respect

• Competitive salary, equity, and global exposure

📍 Location

West Lafayette, IN – Based at our HQ near Purdue University. Relocation and local area orientation provided.

📢 Application Requirements

• Resume

• Portfolio (if applicable)

• Sample project or a brief write-up of hardware system architecture you’ve led.

Ready to re‑wire the future of human-computer interaction?

Apply via our careers page. In your note, tell us how you envision using Wi‑R to transform everyday experiences—across healthcare, industry, or consumer tech.

Ixana is an equal opportunity employer committed to advancing human-computer interfaces through innovative low-power electronics innovation.

Keywords:
Hardware Architecture, Embedded Systems, Low Power, Mixed-Signal Design, Wearables, RF Integration, Wi-R, Startup, Equity, Biomedical Devices