Operate at the center of a deep-tech startup - driving strategy, execution, and real-world impact alongside the founders.
West Lafayette, IN (In Office)Full-time
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 transfers (if required) for engineers currently in the San Francisco Bay Area and other 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 -
What You’ll Do
Strategic Execution:
●Work closely with founders to translate company priorities into structured action plans
●Track progress across strategic initiatives and ensure accountability
●Prepare executive briefs, presentations, and decision-support materials
●Conduct research, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking
Cross-Functional Coordination:
●Align teams across operations, product, finance, hiring, and partnerships
●Identify bottlenecks and proactively resolve execution gaps
●Improve internal communication and documentation standards
Special Projects:
●Drive high-impact, time-sensitive projects directly from the founder’s office
●Support fundraising preparation, partnerships, hiring initiatives, and business planning
●Help design and implement internal operating rhythms OKRs, trackers, reviews
In-Person Operations:
●Support day-to-day on-site operations at HQ
●Assist with office logistics, vendor coordination, and facilities oversight
●Partner with leadership on hiring logistics, onboarding coordination, and candidate experience
●Organize internal meetings, leadership reviews, and company-wide sessions
●Maintain operational dashboards and real-time tracking of key initiatives
What We're Looking For
Required:
●Strong organizational and execution skills in fast-paced environments
●Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
●Structured thinking and problem-solving mindset
●High ownership with a bias toward action
●Ability to work closely with senior leadership and manage multiple priorities
Preferred:
●Experience in startups, consulting, operations, or founder’s office roles
●Familiarity with business strategy, operations, or project management tools
●Exposure to deep-tech, hardware, or AI-driven environments
Compensation & Benefits
●Competitive base salary aligned with experience and market benchmarks
●Meaningful early-stage equity
●Annual performance-based cash bonus
●Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
●401 k retirement plan
●Generous PTO and flexible work environment on-site role
●Inventor cash awards and professional growth opportunities
●Relocation support and local area orientation
Why Join Us
●Work on deep tech that truly matters
●Collaborate with world-class experts and industry leaders
●Operate at the center of company strategy and execution
●Own your work end-to-end and see real impact
●Thrive in a culture of speed, rigor, and respect
●Gain exposure to fundraising, partnerships, and leadership decision-making
Ready to re‑wire the future of human-computer interaction?