
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.

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.
Sector: Humanoid robotics (home, security, retail, logistics, healthcare)
Founders / Leadership: Bernt Øyvind Børnich (founder & CEO); Phuong Nguyen listed as co‑founder in some records
Recent funding: $100M Series B (Jan 2024); prior $23.5M Series A2
Notable investors: OpenAI Startup Fund, Tiger Global, EQT Ventures, Samsung NEXT
Headquarters: Moss, Østfold, Norway; operates as 1x.tech (also referenced as Palo Alto presence in some materials)
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Automation of physical tasks in human environments using humanoid robotics.
Robotics Engineering
$23.5M
$100M
“Backed by a mix of strategic and venture investors including the OpenAI Startup Fund, Tiger Global, EQT Ventures and Samsung NEXT”
Role Overview We are seeking an RF Engineer to design, develop, and scale the head sub-system for our humanoid robot, NEO. This role involves developing and integrating the RF systems that enable the robot’s expressive, perceptive, and functional capabilities.
You will be responsible for hands-on design, prototyping, and system integration while working closely with mechanical, software, manufacturing and industrial design teams. You will own connectivity components and assemblies throughout their lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping to validation and mass production. Your work will directly influence the reliability, safety, aesthetics, and scalability of humanoid robots deployed worldwide.
The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with strong RF design skills who thrives in a fast-paced product development environment.
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