Join Oura as a Hardware Engineer, Optical Sensing and be part of a team that empowers every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality. Our mission at Oura is to empower every person to own their inner potential. We've helped 2.5 million people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles. We are looking for an Optical Sensing Engineer to join our hardware team working on future wearables and accessory devices. This opportunity will be hybrid out of our San Diego or San Francisco office. What You Will Do Design and development of optical systems for physiological sensing in wearable health and wellness products Perform detailed optical simulations to guide emitter-detector design, placement, and light-path optimization within compact, body-worn devices Develop optical architectures that balance signal quality, power efficiency, and mechanical integration Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to ensure robust signal acquisition across diverse usage and environmental conditions Design and execute test protocols to evaluate system performance across various skin types, motion conditions, and lighting environments Partner with data science and signal processing teams to support feature development and improve signal robustness Interface with component vendors to assess and qualify optical emitters, detectors, filters, and mechanical elements for integration Travel occasionally to Finland and to international manufacturing sites as needed (15%–20%) Diagnose and troubleshoot complex firmware issues, ensuring robust, reliable performance across all devices. Play a key role in strategic decisions related to firmware architecture and technology stack, aligning with our mission to revolutionize the wearable technology industry. Requirements We would love to have you on our team if you have: Strong electrical engineering background and experience with the design and testing of low-noise analog or mixed-signal systems Strong understanding of time-series physiological signal acquisition, including best practices for minimizing noise and motion artifacts Familiarity with algorithmic methods for time-series signal modeling and calculating physiological metrics Simulation and modeling experience using tools like ANSYS, CST, or COMSOL Skilled in embedded software and data acquisition tools such as C/C++, Python, or similar Experience with data analysis and signal processing tools such as Python, MATLAB, or JMP Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking Strong experimental and analytical skills with a methodical approach to isolating and debugging complex issues across hardware and algorithm domains Ability to work independently through ambiguity and rapidly iterate on early-stage concepts Driven by data and eager to understand root causes behind performance issues Communication and Collaboration Effective communicator across disciplines, with the ability to clearly convey technical insights both in written and verbal form to technical and non-technical audiences Experience working in cross-functional teams spanning hardware, firmware, product, and research Contributed to project documentation, planning, and alignment with stakeholders Educational Background Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, physics, or related field with 7+ years of relevant industry experience Master’s degree with 5+ years, or PhD with 2+ years of relevant industry experience Prototyping and Testing Hands-on experience building and characterizing early-stage hardware systems Proficiency using various lab instrumentation tools such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, physiological simulators, power analyzers, and environmental chambers Bonus Points Experience developing or integrating physiological sensing systems into wearable or health-oriented products Track record of supporting high volume products from early prototyping through manufacturing and launch Knowledge of regulatory or safety standards for health-related technologies Prior work in validation studies or performance benchmarking across diverse populations Benefits At Oura, we care about you and your well-being. Everyone here at Oura has a ring of their own and we are continually looking to improve employee health and add to our benefits! Competitive salary and equity packages Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources An Oura Ring of your own + employee discounts for friends & family Fertility benefits through Carrot Pro Flexible working hours and remote working arrangements $750 Learning & Development credit 20 days of PTO + 13 paid holidays + 8 days of flexible wellness time off 5 days paid sick leave, 5 days bereavement leave, 12 weeks paid parental leave Amazing culture of collaborative and passionate coworkers Oura is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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