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.
We provide relocation packages and visa transfer support (if required) for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area and other major U.S. hubs.
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: High-speed data, transferred through skin contact - Demonstration of Wi-R communication
What You’ll Do
●Assist in bare-metal bring-up of Wi-R SoCs and Cortex-M/RISC-V platforms
●Help build and optimize low-power firmware stacks including I2C, SPI, BLE, DMA, sensor drivers, and power management
●Support the development of firmware SDKs used by hardware partners
●Debug at the register level using oscilloscopes and JTAG tools
●Participate in code reviews, toolchain decisions, and quality improvement initiatives
●Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, product, and design engineers
What We’re Looking For
Required:
●Strong interest in embedded systems, firmware development, and low-power hardware
●Familiarity with C/C++ programming and MCU debugging techniques
●Willingness to learn and grow in a hands-on environment
●Curiosity to explore communication protocols and power optimization strategies
●Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preferred:
●Experience or coursework involving RTOS, BLE, or sensor interfacing
●Exposure to PCB-level hardware or embedded Linux development
●Contributions to open-source projects, SDKs, or tools
Compensation & Benefits
●Competitive hourly pay with performance-based bonuses
●Relocation support and visa sponsorship if applicable
●Possibility of equity grants based on role and status
●Hands-on experience building firmware for wearable and IoT devices
●Exposure to cutting-edge technologies like Wi-R for ultra-low-power communication
Why Join Us
●Work on impactful technology that powers future wearable devices
●Contribute to real products and see the results of your work quickly
●Learn in a fast-paced, supportive environment with access to advanced R&D labs
●Grow your skills and shape your career in deep tech and embedded systems
Keywords
Embedded software internship, firmware development, embedded systems, C/C++, MCU debugging, low-power firmware, I2C SPI BLE, RTOS basics, sensor interfacing, IoT devices
