> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4284565-lead-health-sensor-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4284565-lead-health-sensor-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Health Sensor Architect - **Company:** URA LLC - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $216,750 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Integrity, Firmware, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS), Signal Processing, Strategies of Testing - **Published:** October 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/lead-health-sensor-architect-san-francisco-ca--c866db47-8c89-4fe9-9787-40431b6ea35e ## About the Role Fast Food, Algorithms, Computer Firmware, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Product Design, Improvement Metrics, Cross-Functional, Prototyping, Low Power, Hardware Specification, * 10+ years of experience in motion sensing, inertial measurement systems, or similar sensor design and integration roles. * Experience with optical, temperature, microphone, accelerometers, gyroscopes, MEMS sensors, and low-power embedded sensor interfaces. Strong background in sensor characterization, signal quality analysis, embedded systems, and data integrity practices. Excellent analytical problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills. * Collaborative mindset with experience working across hardware, firmware, and analytics teams. ## Description Our mission at URA 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. As a Lead Health Sensor Architect, at URA, you will drive architecture, specification, development, and characterization of optical, temp, motion and inertial sensing systems for next-generation wearable products. You will partner closely with hardware, firmware, algorithm, and product teams to design robust motion sensing pipelines that unlock high-fidelity metrics, improve activity and gesture detection, and enhance user experiences. This role blends deep technical execution with cross-functional influence, impacting URA's sensor roadmap, performance outcomes, and long-term platform strategy. You will be reporting into the Director, Hardware Sensing and reporting out of our San Francisco office. What you will do: Sensor Architecture & Design * Prototype, Incubate, define and evolve motion and inertial sensor architectures (optical, accelerometers, gyroscopes, IMUs, temp sensor etc.) for novel new low-power wearable platforms. * Translate sensing requirements into robust hardware specifications aligned with product goals. Development & Integration * Lead integration of all sensors from optical, temp, motion and related sensors into URA's new hardware, ensuring calibration, noise management, power efficiency, and high-quality signal acquisition. * Design and execute sensor characterization and validation tests from prototype through production. Cross-Functional Leadership * Collaborate with firmware, algorithm, and systems teams to ensure accurate motion data feeds into Oura's signal processing and machine learning stacks. * Contribute to product planning and sensor roadmap discussions based on performance feedback and technology advances. Testing & Validation * Develop and maintain rigorous test methodologies, metrics, and automation frameworks for motion sensor performance evaluation. * Analyze sensor data to diagnose edge cases and performance bottlenecks and define corrective actions. Supplier & Partner Coordination * Engage with sensor vendors, partners, and manufacturers to assess technology options, secure components, and optimize integration into mass-production workflows. Documentation & Communication * Produce clear technical documentation of sensor designs, trade studies, test plans, and performance metrics. * Present findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-disciplinary stakeholders.