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.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in Python for backend development
- Experience designing APIs and building distributed systems
- Experience with data pipelines and database systems
- Interest in or exposure to hardware development processes
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WHOOP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness support includes a stipend and a complimentary WHOOP membership to use and gift, aligning perks with the company’s health focus. Feedback suggests these lifestyle benefits are a meaningful part of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage spans medical, dental, vision, mental health services, and life and disability insurance. This breadth indicates a comprehensive health safety net.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Total rewards commonly include stock options or equity participation, positioning ownership as part of compensation. Feedback suggests equity is viewed as a valuable component of the package.
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At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. Our wearable device and performance optimization platform has been adopted by many of the world's greatest athletes and consumers alike.
Why Work With Us
At WHOOP, we’re focused on building an inclusive and equitable team with a strong sense of belonging for everyone—increasing representation in every way as our team grows. We believe that our differences are our source of strength—so much so it’s one of our core values.
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