Staff Technical Program Manager, Batteries

Oura is seeking an experienced and highly strategic Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join our Hardware Program Management group to drive the design, implementation and test of new batteries for Oura products. This role spans integration across disciplines: electrical, mechanical, firmware, system test, manufacturing. This position reports to the Senior Director of Hardware Programs. What You’ll Do Lead programs: Drive end-to-end delivery of advanced battery systems for wearables from concept and feasibility through design, validation, manufacturing, and launch. Align teams: Bridge sourcing, hardware, firmware, software, product, science, manufacturing and quality disciplines; manage tradeoffs, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth cross‑functional execution. Plan & execute: Build and maintain schedules, map dependencies, manage risks and proactively clear roadblocks. Communicate: Provide clear, tailored updates on progress, risks and strategy to executives, engineers, and partners. Coordinate across vendors and internal teams: Oversee the integration between battery supplier deliverables and product development needs. Ensure quality: Drive testing and validation of battery performance, reliability and safety standards. Ensure battery compliance: Ensure battery compliance readiness across all channels, markets and logistics chains. Shape practices: Establish best practices for battery program execution across NPI and sustaining programs, mentor senior team members, and foster collaboration. Qualifications 10+ years experience in NPI hardware development build and test cycles. Proven track record shipping innovative products with custom battery systems (wearables preferred). Strong technical depth in battery technologies and power systems across system architecture and managing technical tradeoffs. Knowledge of battery test methodology at cell level and system level. Experience working with product, engineering, industrial design, manufacturing, compliance and regulatory to author requirements and acceptance criteria. Excellent communicator with strong negotiation, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Thrives in ambiguity, fast‑moving environments, and global cross‑timezone programs. Passion for health, wellness, and wearable technology. Nice to Have Experience with global battery suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supply chains. Advanced PM tool proficiency (Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet) and ability to optimize workflows. Up to 30% global travel is required for this position. 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. Salary Region 1: $198,000 – $233,000. Location Restrictions Oura is not considering candidates residing in the following states: Alaska (AK), Delaware (DE), Iowa (IA), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), South Dakota (SD), Vermont (VT), West Virginia (WV), and Wisconsin (WI). Equal Opportunity Employer Oura is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals seeking employment at Oura are considered without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Reasonable Accommodation We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr ŌURA