Full-Time

Senior RF Antenna Design Engineer

Posted on 10/16/2024

Oura

Oura

501-1,000 employees

Wearable health monitoring smart ring

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$152k - $172kAnnually

Senior

San Diego, CA, USA

Requires five days in-office presence in San Diego.

Category
Electrical Engineering
RF and Microwave Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Proven track record of designing, simulating, and testing BLE antennas and various other short range communication protocols.
  • A strong understanding of radio frequency theory, including wave propagation, transmission lines, impedance matching, and signal processing.
  • Familiarity with RF components such as antennas, amplifiers, mixers, and filters.
  • Skilled in using specialized design and simulation tools such as CST Studio Suite and other CAD tools.
  • Practical experience with RF measurement and testing equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
  • Be familiar with industry standards and regulations related to wireless communication, such as those from the FCC, ETSI, or ITU.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are needed to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to signal integrity, interference, and performance optimization.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills are important.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop RF circuits and systems that are integral to our products.
  • Ensure that these components function efficiently and meet performance requirements for signal quality, range, and power consumption.
  • Responsible for testing and optimizing the performance of RF systems.
  • Performing signal integrity tests, measuring and analyzing RF signals, and troubleshooting issues related to interference, signal degradation, and connectivity.
  • Ensure the products meet regulatory standards.
  • Prepare documentation, help with compliance testing, and make design adjustments to meet regulatory requirements.

Oura offers a smart ring that tracks various health metrics, including sleep patterns, heart rate variability, and physical activity. The ring uses advanced sensors to collect data, which is then analyzed and displayed through a mobile app, providing users with insights to improve their health and lifestyle. Unlike many competitors, Oura focuses on a direct-to-consumer model, selling its rings through its website and collaborating with sports teams and health institutions for additional partnerships. The goal of Oura is to help users, including athletes and those with health conditions, optimize their health through data-driven insights.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$344.1M

Headquarters

Oulu, Finland

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Oura raised $550M in 2024, boosting its valuation to $5.2 billion.
  • Integration with AI offers personalized health insights, enhancing user experience.
  • Growing demand for non-invasive health monitoring supports Oura's market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Samsung and Huami may pressure Oura's market share.
  • Oura's high valuation could lead to investor scrutiny and overvaluation concerns.
  • Reliance on direct-to-consumer sales may limit Oura's market reach.

What makes Oura unique

  • Oura's smart ring tracks over 20 biometrics, offering comprehensive health insights.
  • The Oura Ring is popular among athletes for optimizing training and recovery.
  • Oura collaborates with sports teams and health institutions, enhancing its credibility.

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Benefits

Competitive salary & equity packages

Health, dental, financial, & vision insurance

Wellness & mental health benefits

$300 per month health improvement related stipend

Flexible working hours

An Oura Ring of your own

Employee discount for friends & family

20 days of PTO

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