Staff Firmware Engineer
About The Position
Our mission at Oura is to empower 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 by using their Oura Ring and its connected app. We've helped millions of people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles. Empowering the world starts with living our values and empowering our team. As a quickly growing company focused on helping people live healthier and happier lives, we ensure that our team members have what they need to do their best work — both in and out of the office. We are looking for a seasoned Staff Firmware Engineer with a passion for innovation in the wearable technology space. If you have a track record of developing cutting-edge firmware and a keen interest in shaping the future of wearable devices, we want you on our team! This is a hybrid position that requires working onsite three days per week at either our San Francisco or San Diego office.
Requirements
- 8+ Years of Firmware Development Experience: With a solid foundation in firmware engineering principles and hands-on experience in the wearable or related consumer electronics field.
- Expertise in C/C++: Proficient in writing high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code in C/C++, with a deep understanding of microcontroller architectures.
- Familiarity with Wearable Sensors: Experience integrating and optimizing a variety of sensors commonly used in wearable technology, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and heart rate sensors.
- Experience with BLE and Wireless Communication: Strong background in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and other wireless communication protocols, crucial for wearable technology development.
- Knowledge of Power Management: Demonstrated experience in power optimization for battery-operated devices, ensuring longevity and efficiency of wearables.
- Agile Development Practices: Comfortable working in an agile development environment, with excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with teams across different locations.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Design and Develop Firmware: Lead the design, development, and optimization of firmware for our next-generation wearable devices, focusing on performance, power efficiency, and scalability.
- Collaborate on Product Development: Work closely with hardware engineers, product managers, and software teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet our high standards of quality and user experience.
- Innovate and Improve: Continuously innovate and improve product features and performance, leveraging the latest technologies and methodologies in firmware development.
- Problem-Solving: Diagnose and troubleshoot complex firmware issues, ensuring robust, reliable performance across all devices.
- Contribute to Strategy: Play a key role in strategic decisions related to firmware architecture and technology stack, aligning with our mission to revolutionize the wearable technology industry.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity packages
- Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
- An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
- 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
- Paid sick leave and parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
