At Eight Sleep, weâre on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the worldâs first sleep fitness company, weâre redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's âBest Inventions of the Year.â We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We donât just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.Â
Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isnât passive - itâs a powerful tool for living better. If youâre tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of whatâs possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement thatâs transforming how the world sleeps and what weâre all capable of when we wake up.
We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the worldâs top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryantâs mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isnât a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week ânot because weâre told to, but because weâre invested. Weâre here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, youâll feel right at home. If youâre looking for something easier âthis isnât it.
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Weâre looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop products from concept through to production. Youâll be part of a small, mission-driven team and have significant ownership over decisions. Weâre growing quickly so there are ample opportunities for career growth.
This role is based out of our San Francisco Office 5 days/week
Architect and design complex electromechanical systems, including plastic, metal, and soft goods components integrated with novel sensors and actuators.
Drive designs across the entire development lifecycle, including brainstorming, CAD, prototyping, testing, and ramp into production in Asia.
Solve highly cross-functional problems by working with electrical, software, reliability, and manufacturing engineering teams.
Perform analysis and testing to ensure designs meet product goals, including thermal, fluid, and structural analyses.
Help shape the direction of our products and features by collaborating with industrial design, marketing, and product teams as well as company leadership.
3+ years of consumer product design experience with knowledge of injection molding, sheet metal forming, and sensor/electronics integration.
Experience shipping high-volume consumer products, including manufacturing support in Asia.
Highly proficient with 3D modeling (e.g. Solidworks, NX, Creo).
Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes, design for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA), tolerance analysis, functional dimensioning and geometric tolerancing (GD&T).
Solid understanding of root cause analysis, DOEs, and other quality measuring techniques.
BSME or equivalent.
Willingness and ability to travel to China as needed.
Innovation in a culture of excellence
Join us in a workplace where innovation isnât just encouraged - itâs a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.
Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth
From your first day, youâll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our companyâs trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.
Collaboration with exceptional talent
Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Equitable compensation and continuous equity investment
We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you â perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company.
Your own Pod - and other great benefits
Every Eight Sleep employee receives the very product that defines our mission: a Pod of their own. If you join us youâll get your own Pod, along with*:
Lunch in the SF office 5 days a week
Full access to health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents
Supplemental life insurance
Flexible PTO
Commuter benefits to ease your daily commute
Paid parental leave
At Eight Sleep we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our values by ensuring everyone feels they can flourish and grow. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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