Full-Time

Senior Hardware Test Automation Engineer

Posted on 9/3/2024

Oura

Oura

501-1,000 employees

Wearable health monitoring smart ring

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$139k - $158kAnnually

Senior

San Diego, CA, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Git
C/C++
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in hardware testing and automation, preferably in the wearable technology or consumer electronics industry.
  • Proficient in languages like Python, C, C++, Javascript and test automation frameworks.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and Git version control.
  • Familiarity with developing test infrastructure, lab equipment automation and testing methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across different teams.
  • The ability to work independently and be a self-starter.
  • A willingness to drive quality.
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain unit level HW and FW test CI infrastructure in our San Diego office, ensuring a cohesive and efficient development and test environment.
  • Collaborate with the firmware team to ensure proper firmware test capabilities for new features.
  • Design and implement HW test automation setups for the validation of new features.
  • Integrate and develop new capabilities with the existing Continuous Integration (CI) systems.
  • Automate pre-production lab equipment, including battery simulators, to streamline testing processes.
  • Contribute to the planning of assembly self-tests to ensure product quality and reliability.

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

-1%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Oura raised $550M, boosting its valuation to $5.2 billion in 2024.
  • Integration with AI-driven insights could enhance personalized health recommendations.
  • Strategic partnerships with Dexcom and Essence Healthcare expand market reach into healthcare.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Samsung and Huami may pressure Oura's market share.
  • Criticism of cumbersome interfaces could lead users to competitors like VIV Health.
  • High valuation may lead to investor pressure for rapid growth, risking strategic missteps.

What makes Oura unique

  • Oura's smart ring tracks over 20 biometrics, offering comprehensive health insights.
  • The ring's seamless wearability and precise monitoring set it apart in the market.
  • Oura's partnerships with sports teams validate its utility and accuracy for athletes.

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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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