Staff Engineering Program Manager, Core Tech

We9re looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager, Core Technologies to join our Hardware TPM team. This role focuses on maturing emerging technologies ahead of productization so they can be transferred into future NPI programs. You will lead multiple fast-moving initiatives across multiple system technologies leveraging your previous experience across component, module and system work in any number of engineering domains, . This role will be located in San Francisco, California with in-office collaboration required, along with global travel to other offices and suppliers as needed. What you will do 30 Lead multiple core technology initiatives, driving technical feasibility, risk reduction, and readiness for transfer into NPI programs 30 Partner closely with senior engineers, designers, supply managers, and other cross-functional leaders across mechanical, electrical, firmware, software, science, sensing, silicon, materials, design, and adjacent spaces 30 Define scope, objectives, milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and success criteria for each initiative 30 Establish development plans, decision points, and readiness criteria that clarify when a technology is ready to enter product development 30 Drive cross-functional alignment across all teams 30 Identify and mitigate technical, supply, schedule, and integration risks early to reduce downstream NPI risk 30 Lead early prototype builds, feasibility experiments, design-of-experiments, and other learning cycles needed to mature technologies 30 Provide clear program reporting on status, risks, decisions, open questions, and resource needs 30 Support external partners and vendors delivering development work or early capability builds where applicable 30 Help define and refine the core technology development process, including how technologies are incubated, matured, and transferred into NPI teams 30 Foster strong execution, open communication, and a collaborative, high-accountability working environment Requirements We would love to have you on our team if you have: 30 10+ years of experience leading complex cross-functional engineering or technology development efforts across disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, firmware, science, systems, manufacturing, and supply chain 30 Strong experience with new technologies, difficult integrations, or early-stage development programs 30 Demonstrated ability to lead work ahead of formal productization, including structuring ambiguous problems, planning technical work, and defining readiness 30 Experience driving multiple initiatives in parallel across different timelines, maturity levels, and stakeholder groups 30 Strong understanding of workflows and dependencies within and across engineering disciplines 30 Experience with phase-gated or maturity-based development models, including defining entry and exit criteria and the evidence needed for progression 30 Experience planning and executing design-of-experiments, prototypes, and learning cycles to inform technical decisions 30 Strong program management judgment, including prioritization, risk management, issue resolution, and executive communication 30 Proficiency with tools such as Linear, Confluence, and Smartsheet 30 Ability to build and improve processes and workflows 30 Curiosity, adaptability, and comfort operating in fast-moving environments 30 Willingness to travel up to 25-30% of the time What we offer At 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. 30 Competitive salary and equity packages 30 Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources 30 An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family 30 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off 30 Paid sick leave and parental leave Oura 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 candidates9 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. 30 Region 1 $198,050 - $233,000 A recruiter can determine your zones/tiers based on your US location. We are not considering candidates residing in the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Iowa, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.