Write firmware that powers next-generation wearable technology
Bengaluru, India (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 comprehensive relocation support for candidates based outside Bengaluru.
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
●Write bare-metal C/C++ firmware to interface MCUs with sensors and Wi-R chips.
●Contribute to embedded software development for Wi-R reference devices like smart glasses, smartwatches, earbuds, EEG/EMG nodes, and more.
●Build, test, and debug low-level embedded code on custom hardware platforms.
●Assist in integrating and optimizing communication protocols (I2C, SPI, BLE) for wearable use cases.
●Work closely with hardware and system engineers to support design iteration and hardware bring-up.
●Contribute to the development of the Wi-R embedded software stack and tooling.
What We're Looking For
Required:
●Pursuing or recently completed a B.Tech in ECE, EE, CS, or a related field.
●Strong programming skills in C/C++.
●Basic understanding of MCU firmware development and embedded systems.
●Familiarity with low-level programming concepts, including bare-metal or register-level programming, is a plus.
●Exposure to communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, or BLE through coursework or personal projects.
●Hands-on experience with embedded projects, robotics, IoT, or hardware labs is preferred.
●Strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn.
Preferred:
●Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or embedded debugging tools through academic or personal projects.
●Familiarity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, or USB.
●Personal embedded systems projects, robotics, or hardware hacking experience.
●Exposure to PCB design or firmware-hardware integration.
●Familiarity with embedded toolchains, makefiles, or build environments.
Compensation & Benefits
●Competitive internship stipend.
●Opportunity to work on cutting-edge wireless technology.
●Mentorship from experienced hardware and embedded software engineers.
●Potential for a full-time opportunity based on performance.
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.
●Gain hands-on experience building next-generation embedded systems.
Ready to re‑wire the future of human-computer interaction?