PCB Design Engineer

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 - Demonstration of Wi-R communication

What you'll do:

Ixana is developing various reference hardware platforms with Wi-R chips, including smart glasses, earbuds, smartwatches, EEG nodes, EMG nodes, smartphones, heart rate monitors, and smart rings.In this role, you will primarily develop boards for these hardware devices. You will be responsible for designing and leading the development and testing of miniaturized printed circuit boards using our custom Wi-R ICs and commercially available components.

What we are looking for:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering with a focus on circuit design, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-8 years of experience designing circuit solutions for consumer electronics.
• Experience with board design, schematic creation, and layout.
• Experience using PCB design software such as Eagle, Altium Designer, or OrCAD.
• Hands-on experience with PCB housing/package design is a plus.
• Experience in miniaturizing PCBs.

Preferred:

• Experience using circuit testing equipment e.g., oscilloscopes, signal generators, DC sources .
• Knowledge of circuit design software tools e.g., Advanced Design System ADS , LTspice .
• Excellent board-level and firmware debugging skills.
• Knowledge of test automation using scripting languages e.g., Python or LabVIEW .
• Knowledge of various wireless communication circuits is a plus.
• Outstanding communication and documentation skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: To be decided later
• Performance-based cash bonus + meaningful early‑stage equity
• Relocation bonus, partner job‑search help
• Health insurance, paid leave, performance incentives, and employee rewards

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