At IXI, we’re on a mission to transform the way the world sees. Our IXI Adaptive Eyewear is revolutionizing the eyewear industry, bringing cutting-edge technology to vision correction. Our glasses are equipped with dynamic lenses, intelligent frames, and real-time gaze recognition, providing naturally sharp vision in any situation.

Our team of experts in optics, medical device engineering, consumer electronics, and design is united by a common goal: to break the limits of traditional eyewear and change the way glasses are made.

Join our team as a Development Engineer

We’re looking for a Development Engineer to help design and make key mechanical components for IXI’s equipment. You’ll work on everything from creating 3D models and machining parts to maintaining the workshop and making sure our tools and machines run smoothly.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll spend your time both designing on screen and making things happen in the workshop. You’ll work closely with the lens and mechanics teams, supporting our product development by ensuring every component is manufacturable, functional, and ready for real-world use.

If you enjoy combining technical design with practical problem-solving, and you’re happiest when your work goes from CAD to reality, this could be the perfect fit.

What You'll Do

• Create 3D models and 2D drawings for mechanical parts and assemblies (using Fusion 360).
• Program and run CNC milling machine, making precise, high-quality components.
• Design, assemble, and troubleshoot pneumatic systems for mechanical systems.
• Taking care of routine tool maintanence and help keep the workshop organized and safe.
• Participate in tool installation and setup.
• Support new designs and improve how we make and assemble parts.
• Work closely with other teams to solve problems and make production smoother.

What You Bring

• A degree and/or background in mechanical or production engineering, or similar experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD and CAM (Fusion 360 or similar).
• CNC machining skills including setup, programming, and operation.
• Hands-on experience with manual machining and workshop tools.
• Experience with CREO is considered a plus.
• Understanding of materials, tolerances, and manufacturability.
• A practical, flexible, and proactive way of working, ready to jump into new tasks as priorities change.
• Team spirit and willingness to collaborate – your work happens in the intersection of many teams.
• Comfortable working in English and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.

What We Offer

• A key role at a deep tech company that is truly disrupting the eyewear market – now backed by $36.5M in Series A funding.
• Work with an innovative, growth-minded and international team that values openness, creativity and collaboration. 
• Dynamic startup work environment with minimal bureaucracy.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare and benefits for lunch, sports, recreation, massage, and commuting.  
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development as the company grows. 

Ready to join IXI?

If this opportunity excites you, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV and cover letter today - don’t wait. Make sure your application really helps us understand who you are and what you're capable of. The hiring process will consist of phone screening and two on-site interviews. 

Join us in our mission to disrupt the €200 billion global eyewear market and transform the way the world sees.