Head of Teleoperation

Target start date: immediately.  Relocation provided.

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. 

We strive for excellence in all we do, solving some of the hardest problems in robotics with the world’s most talented individuals. Every part of our robots is designed and produced in-house—from motor coils to AI—reflecting our vertically integrated approach. At 1X, you’ll own real projects, be recognized for your achievements, and rewarded based on merit.

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations. 

As we scale from research and development to full-scale manufacturing, we are looking for a Head of Teleoperation Systems to lead the development of cutting-edge teleoperation technologies for our humanoid robots.

In this role, you will lead a cross-disciplinary team to design and deliver immersive, high-performance teleoperation systems. Combining expertise across hardware, software, controls, and immersive technologies, you will create solutions that enable seamless human oversight and interaction with our robots. Your leadership will drive innovation, ensuring our teleoperation capabilities are robust, scalable, and a cornerstone of our product strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and own the vision, strategy, and roadmap for teleoperation systems, ensuring alignment with overall product and company goals.

• Lead a full-stack team across disciplines including controls, network systems, digital signal processing (DSP), electrical engineering, software development, and VR/AR technologies.

• Drive the design and implementation of immersive teleoperation systems that enable intuitive and reliable remote interaction with humanoid robots in real-world environments.

• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of teleoperation capabilities with the robot’s core systems.

• Lead efforts to optimize network performance, latency, and reliability for teleoperation under varying real-world conditions.

• Advance system reliability and robustness through the application of cutting-edge control algorithms, fault tolerance techniques, and safety systems.

• Establish and manage partnerships with vendors and technology providers to accelerate innovation in teleoperation tools and systems.

• Mentor and grow a high-performing, cross-functional team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of teleoperation systems, iterating on designs to meet and exceed user and company expectations.

• Represent teleoperation systems in cross-functional leadership discussions, providing technical insight and strategic recommendations.

• Proven track record of setting and delivering a bold technical vision in teleoperation, robotics, or a similar field.

• Deep technical knowledge across controls, networking, DSP, electrical systems, software, and immersive technologies like VR/AR.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex, high-impact systems at scale.

• Strong understanding of the challenges of deploying teleoperation systems in real-world environments, including latency, reliability, and user experience considerations.

• Ability to align technical development with product and business goals, delivering solutions that meet both immediate and long-term needs.

• Skilled at working with engineering, product, and business teams to drive alignment and execution.

• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex technical challenges, combining analytical rigor with creative thinking.

• Deep understanding of end-user needs, with a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences.
  

Location

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.

Sunnyvale, CA 

We are in the heart of the Silicon Valley in a commuter-friendly location with plenty of parking, access to 101 or 280. If you prefer public transportation, Orange Line (VTA) light rail station is across the street. Living in the Bay Area, you will have access to many activities available in its proximity from surfing in Half Moon Bay to skiing at Tahoe, wine tasting in Napa, hiking on the many trails or other sports activities on the many tennis courts, golf courses, etc.

Typical interview process 

• Introductions - interviews to learn more about you and talk about 1X and the role

  • Interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team

  • Hiring manager / senior team member / technical interview

• Team interviews - technical interviews and deep-dives with team members. May include a take home challenge, presentation or problem-solving exercise

  • Technical deep-dive conversation with a team member 

  • Onsite interviews with team members 

• Final stages - you move to the final round

  • Expectation management with the hiring manager 

  • We will conduct reference checks

  • Job offer conversation 

Depending on the role and your background, additional interviews may be added. You are also welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet, but didn’t get to meet during the interview process.

We are a value driven team
These are the ideas that express our team’s culture and how we work:

Be Nice

Collaboration is our driving force. Our team creates an open, trusting environment where everyone can be their most creative.

Stay Smart

A world-changing team needs the brightest minds in every discipline. This is where people come to work, learn, and grow to their full potential.

Make History

Everything we do gets us closer to one ambitious vision: Creating an Abundant Supply of Labor using Safe, Intelligent Humanoids. We believe what we build today will impact generations.

We are an inclusive environment and value diversity of background, experiences and thought, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to contribute to our mission.

We're excited to get to know you and the prospects of having you on board!