New Grad General Application (Milan)

At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.

Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up.

We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it.

This is a general application for new graduates who want to start their career at Eight Sleep in Milan. We don't always have the perfect role posted at the perfect moment - but we're always looking for exceptional people. If you believe you belong on this team, don't wait for the right opening to appear: tell us who you are, what you've built, and where you can make an impact.

We hire new grads across the company: software engineering (mobile, backend, web), firmware and hardware, data and machine learning, product and design, operations, growth, and marketing. In your application, tell us which area excites you most - or make the case for something we haven't thought of.

Whatever the function, the deal is the same: you'll own real work from day one. You won't be shadowing. You'll be shipping work that reaches members in over 30 countries, side by side with some of the best talent in the world, and learning from them every day. We're looking for hungry, proactive new graduates at the start of their career who treat their work like a craft, hold a high bar for quality, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Own real projects from your first weeks, from first draft or prototype to shipped result - no busywork, no waiting your turn

• Move across the boundaries of your role: work with engineers, designers, operators, and marketers to get things over the line

• Use AI tools to move faster: prototype quickly, automate the boring parts, and raise the bar on what one person can ship

• Own problems, not just tickets: dig into the data, find the root cause, and follow through until the fix is live

• Keep the quality bar high in everything you touch, from the details members see to the processes behind them

• Bring ideas, not just execution: if you see a better way to do something, make the case and build it

• Graduated in the last 12 months or graduating soon, with a strong academic record in your field

• Evidence of initiative: side projects, open-source contributions, hackathon wins, a startup you tried, a club you ran - anything you built or led because you couldn't not do it

• A high bar for quality: you notice the details others miss and you're not satisfied with "good enough"

• Comfort using AI in your daily workflow: you use tools like Claude, Cursor, or ChatGPT to work faster and better, and you know when to trust them and when not to

• A fast learner who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and asks for responsibility, not permission

• English fluency

• Legal permit to work in the EU and willingness to work from Milan

• In your application, tell us the area where you'd have the most impact (engineering, data/ML, product, design, operations, growth, marketing) and show us the best thing you've ever made

• You're a builder: you've won hackathons, ship side projects for fun, or are active in student organizations (tech clubs, robotics teams, startup societies, student media)

• Something live in the world we can try: an app on the App Store or Play Store, a website, a product, a community, a publication (include the link in your application)

• Internship or working-student experience at a startup or high-performance team

• A passion for health, sleep, fitness, or consumer hardware products

• You already use the Pod, or you can tell us exactly why you want to

Innovation in a culture of excellence

Join us in a workplace where innovation isn’t just encouraged - it’s a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.

Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth

From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.

Collaboration with exceptional talent

Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Equitable compensation and continuous equity investment

We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you – perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company.

Your own Pod - and other great benefits

• Every Eight Sleep employee receives the very product that defines our mission: a Pod of their own. If you join us you’ll get your own Pod, along with*:

• Full access to health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents

• Supplemental life insurance

• Flexible PTO

• Commuter benefits to ease your daily commute

• Paid parental leave

*List of benefits may vary depending on your location

At Eight Sleep we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our values by ensuring everyone feels they can flourish and grow. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.