Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. At 1X, you’ll own critical roles and have agency to innovate and improve in any and all talent processes and be rewarded based on merit and achievement.
We are looking for a Senior Software Recruiter to support hiring across software engineering, embedded systems, and firmware. This role requires the ability to recruit across the full software stack and partner closely with technical leads to identify and attract top talent.
Responsibilities
Own full-cycle recruiting across full-stack, embedded, and firmware engineering roles
Partner with engineering leads to define role requirements and candidate profiles
Execute highly targeted sourcing strategies across competitive technical markets
Assess candidates across a range of software disciplines, including systems and low-level engineering
Operate across both product engineering and infrastructure/kernel-level hiring needs
Manage the end-to-end candidate experience from initial outreach through offer
Improve hiring processes, calibration, and technical interview quality
Contribute to talent market insights and hiring strategy
6+ Experience recruiting for software engineering roles in fast-paced or high-growth environments
Demonstrated success hiring across full-stack, embedded systems, and/or firmware roles
Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals and technical hiring landscapes
Ability to “code-switch” between different technical domains (product vs. systems/kernel-level hiring)
Experience partnering with engineering leads and hiring managers (director to senior IC level)
Ability to operate independently while escalating edge cases appropriately
Experience in robotics, AI, or deep tech environments preferred
Compensation
At 1X your work and results will be rewarded with a total rewards package consisting of a base salary, stock options and benefits. Base salary range is $110,000 to $186,000. Your actual salary will be based on your knowledge, skills and experience.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Location Policy
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.
Be Nice. Stay Smart. Make History.
Skills Required
- 6+ years experience recruiting for software engineering roles
- Demonstrated success hiring across full-stack, embedded systems, and/or firmware roles
- Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals
- Ability to code-switch between different technical domains
- Experience partnering with engineering leads and hiring managers
- Experience in robotics, AI, or deep tech environments
What We Do
1X is a leader in humanoid robotics, creating humanoid robots for the home as a first step in developing general purpose robots 1X’s mission is to create an abundance of labor through safe, intelligent humanoids that work alongside people.
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