WHOOP Logo

WHOOP

Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

Reposted 3 Days Ago
Easy Apply
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Mid level
Easy Apply
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Mid level
Design and implement backend solutions that support hardware development at WHOOP, creating tools for hardware integration and managing data pipelines.
The summary above was generated by AI

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level and live longer through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.


The Hardware Accelerate team develops technology that enables rapid innovation across WHOOP’s Hardware organization. By creating cutting-edge tools and systems, we streamline workflows and provide real-time insights to engineers, ensuring efficient and high-quality hardware development. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will design and implement tools that integrate seamlessly with hardware processes, delivering impactful solutions to WHOOP’s engineering teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design and build backend solutions to support hardware development, bringing data to those who need it with robust backend systems.

  • Create tools that integrate with hardware equipment like environmental chambers, oscilloscopes, and other engineering devices.

  • Develop APIs and services to enhance connectivity across hardware workflows.

  • Automate and maintain high-throughput data pipelines to provide real-time insights to engineering teams.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional hardware teams to identify and address pain points in development workflows.

  • Ensure systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with WHOOP’s mission to deliver innovative hardware solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Proficiency in Python for backend development, with experience designing APIs and building distributed systems.

  • Experience with data pipelines, database systems, and tool integration for hardware workflows.

  • A collaborative mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, feedback-driven environment.

  • Interest in or exposure to hardware development processes, with a willingness to learn.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a strong sense of ownership.

  • Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions.

  • Bonus: experience building front-end applications using frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.

Learn more about our Software Org and how to be successful in your engineering career at WHOOP via our Career Framework.
 
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
 
Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
 
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.  It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
 
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
 
At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.
 
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $125,000- $175,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. 
 
In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
 
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

HQ

WHOOP Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office

1 Kenmore Sq, Boston, MA, United States, 02215

Similar Jobs at WHOOP

WHOOP Logo
WHOOP

Director, F1

2 Hours Ago
Easy Apply
Remote or Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Easy Apply
Senior level
Senior level
Fitness • Hardware • Healthtech • Sports • Wearables
The Director, F1 will manage WHOOP's partnerships in Formula 1, developing strategies and executing activations. This role involves overseeing contractual obligations, coordinating with teams, and tracking performance metrics.
Top Skills: Ai Tools
WHOOP Logo
WHOOP

Security Detection Engineer

2 Hours Ago
Easy Apply
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Easy Apply
130K-170K Annually
Mid level
130K-170K Annually
Mid level
Fitness • Hardware • Healthtech • Sports • Wearables
The Security Detection Engineer will design and enhance detection capabilities for protecting biometric and health data, employing strategies and frameworks to improve detection quality while supporting incident response and collaboration across teams.
Top Skills: GoPowershellPythonSigmaSuricataYara
WHOOP Logo
WHOOP

Project Manager

2 Hours Ago
Easy Apply
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Easy Apply
100K-150K Annually
Senior level
100K-150K Annually
Senior level
Fitness • Hardware • Healthtech • Sports • Wearables
The role entails managing visual merchandising operations, ensuring brand standards across retail, coordinating vendor relations, and optimizing project execution.
Top Skills: Ai Tools

What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene

Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.

Key Facts About Boston Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
  • Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account