About the job
1X
Founded in 2015, 1X has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge humanoid robots tailored for domestic applications. Our ambition is to create a considerable workforce through safe and intelligent humanoids.
We are committed to excellence, tackling some of the most challenging issues in robotics with the most talented professionals in the field. Our vertically integrated approach ensures that every component of our robots, from motor coils to advanced AI, is meticulously designed and manufactured in-house. At 1X, your contributions will be valued, and your achievements recognized, with rewards based on merit.
At 1X Labs, we aim to pioneer the science and technology necessary for developing human-level, versatile humanoid robots.
We are dedicated to identifying the performance gap between current humanoid capabilities and the demands of human-level functionality. Our approach involves delving deep into fundamental principles, exploring innovative yet often non-intuitive pathways, and translating technological advancements into tangible products. Our focus and integration across materials science, component design, systems engineering, and manufacturing uniquely position us to convert research breakthroughs into real-world applications.
Humanoid robots represent a highly integrated system where significant advancements can only be achieved when sensing, actuation, materials, control, and intelligence evolve collectively, each challenging its limits. 1X Labs comprises experts who understand their disciplines profoundly enough to confidently push boundaries while engaging with adjacent fields, recognizing which constraints are critically important.
You possess deep expertise in your area—shaped by years of tackling complex, practical challenges. Your interdisciplinary approach is a natural outcome of mastery in a field that requires collaboration across various domains.
As a Biomechanics Researcher on the 1X Labs team, your mission will be to:
Drive humanoid performance towards biological benchmarks by basing engineering decisions on biological references and principles.

