| Location | West Lafayette, IN |
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Wire the Futureâ€"Build Next-Gen Wearables with Your Micro-Soldering Mastery
Onâ€'site â€" West Lafayette, IN | Competitive Base + Meaningful Equity
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 Youâ€ll Do
Perform high-precision micro-soldering, re-balling, and SMT-level rework on prototype PCBs
Diagnose and resolve board-level faults using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and test benches
Rapidly execute hardware ECOs, manage lab tools, and maintain reflow ovens
Document issues with failure photos, trace captures, and update test logs
Collaborate with design engineers to debug and improve prototype performance
What We\''re Looking For
Required:
Expertise in 0201 micro-soldering, SMT rework, and board repair
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, reflow ovens, and microscopes
Precision-focused, detail-oriented approach to board troubleshooting
Electrical Engineering degree OR strong portfolio demonstrating hardware lab expertise
Preferred:
IPC/WHMA, J-STD-001, or similar technician certifications
Experience with low-power IoT, wearables, or early prototyping
Familiarity with AOI or X-ray inspection for fine-pitch PCBs
Compensation & Benefits
• Base salary: Competitive based on experience
• Cash bonus + meaningful earlyâ€'stage equity
• Relocation bonus, partner jobâ€'search help
• Full visa sponsorship (STEMâ€'OPT transfer / Hâ€'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
Ready to reâ€'wire the future of human-computer interaction?
Apply via our careers page. In your note, tell us how you envision using Wiâ€'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 Technician, SMT, Micro-Soldering, PCB Rework, Oscilloscope, Wearables, IoT, Lab Support, Startup, Equity, Wi-R
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