We are looking for a Hardware Reliability Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing hardware reliability tasks for Oura's wearable products, working closely with cross-functional partners to ensure our devices meet high standards for durability, robustness, and quality throughout the product lifecycle.What you will do:Plan document and also execute reliability testing for Oura hardware products and accessories under established reliability frameworks.Setup, coordinate and review reliability testing activities with contract manufacturers and external test labsDevelop, document, and improve reliability test methods to address evolving wearable technologies and design challenges.Support failure analysis and root cause investigations, working with design, Quality, and manufacturing teams to drive corrective actionsCreate and maintain detailed test plans, reports, and documentation to ensure traceability, repeatability, and data integrity.Partner with hardware, firmware, test engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliability considerations are integrated throughout product developmentAnalyze test data, field data, summarize results, and clearly communicate insights to support data-driven design decisions and continuous improvement.This is an onsite US based role for our San Diego or San Francisco offices.REQUIREMENTS5+ years of experience in hardware reliability, validation, or test engineering within consumer electronics, wearables, or small electromechanical systems.Demonstrated ability to design and execute reliability tests, including defining stress conditions, aging, metrics, and acceptance criteria - not just running predefined tests.Hands-on experience with mechanical, environmental, and electrical reliability programsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in failure analysis and data-driven decision-making.Ability to interpret test data and communicate results clearly to cross-functional stakeholdersFamiliarity with industry reliability standards and methodologiesSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative working style.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.PreferredExperience with wearable or portable consumer devices, especially compact form factors with integrated electronics.Experience working with contract manufacturers.Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Reliability Engineering, or a related discipline.Work ModelOn-site role in San Diego, CA or San Francisco, CAClose collaboration with Oura's global hardware, firmware, Rel testing, manufacturing, and quality teamsOccasional travel to supplier locations or Finland requiredBenefitsAt 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!What we offer:Competitive salary and equity packagesHealth, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resourcesAn Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time offPaid sick leave and parental leaveAmazing culture of collaborative and passionate coworkersOura takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. US locations are categorized into tiers based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. While most offers will be closer to the starting range, successful candidates pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, internal peer equity, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.$151,300 - $178,000 (Region 1)$138,550 - $163,000 (Region 2)