Job Description

Senior Network Security Engineer, IT / Cybersecurity Team
Location: Palo Alto, CA (on‑site)

About 1X
We’re an AI and robotics company based in Palo Alto, California, on a mission to build a truly abundant society through general‑purpose robots capable of performing any kind of work autonomously.
We believe that to truly understand the world and grow in intelligence, humanoid robots must live and learn alongside us. That’s why we’re focused on developing friendly home robots designed to integrate seamlessly into everyday life.
We’re looking for curious, driven, and passionate people who want to help shape the future of robotics and AI. If this mission excites you, we’d be thrilled to hear from you and explore how you might contribute to our journey.

Role Overview
The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for architecting, implementing, securing, optimizing, and maintaining all of 1X’s network infrastructure. This includes corporate offices, data centers, cloud environments, co‑located facilities, wired/wireless networks, and service provider interconnections. You will ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and security across all networks, and work closely with cross‑functional teams to define network requirements, execute site builds, and apply best practices.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement secure and optimized network solutions for corporate offices, cloud infrastructure, data centers, and other 1X‑operated sites.

• Manage and execute site builds, including secure office network deployments.

• Secure, configure, implement, and manage wireless network environments, ensuring adherence to wireless network security best practices.

• Troubleshoot wired, wireless, and service provider connectivity issues to ensure maximum availability and performance.

• Continuously optimize network performance, scalability, reliability, and security.

• Collaborate with IT, business, and operations teams to define requirements and deliver robust networking solutions.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams, configurations, procedures, and policies.

• Travel occasionally, both locally and domestically, to support site deployments or audits as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network architecture, design, security, and troubleshooting.

• Solid expertise in wireless network security, including configuration and implementation.

• Strong knowledge of secure network design concepts (e.g. IPSEC, TLS), routing protocols (IGP & EGP), and hybrid (on‑prem / cloud) network environments.

• Proven experience with designing and managing secure network architectures across cloud providers and data centers.

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to diagnose and resolve complex network security issues.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CISSP, CCNP Security, CCIE) are highly preferred.

• Experience with RADIUS configuration and deployment.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary Range: $139,340 – $160,000

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer
1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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