Software Engineering Manager, Growth

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Boston, MA, USA
Hybrid
150K-215K Annually
Entry level
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The Role
Leads and manages a software engineering team focused on growth initiatives including member acquisition, retention, revenue generation, experimentation, referrals, and global expansion. Defines technical strategy and architecture, collaborates with product, design, finance, and marketing, and ensures strong development, testing, and deployment practices. Provides mentorship, performance feedback, and coaching while fostering innovation, psychological safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.
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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.

As an Engineering Manager at WHOOP, you will play a critical leadership role as part of our cross-functional Growth team. You will lead and manage a team of software engineers responsible for developing features and initiatives to optimize member acquisition, retention, and revenue generation. This includes but is not limited to experimentation on join.whoop.com, building viral growth engines such as referral programs, and unlocking WHOOP’s availability in global markets. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, finance, and marketing to develop and execute growth strategies.

On the people management side, you will manage and mentor a team of engineers, provide regular performance feedback, and ensure professional development and growth. You will work to foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, psychological safety, and continuous learning. You are responsible for promoting a positive work environment where all team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of engineers responsible for executing on growth initiatives.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of these initiatives.

  • Define technical strategy, architecture, and design for product features.

  • Ensure the engineering team adheres to best practices, standards, and processes for software development, testing, and deployment.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the engineering team's productivity, quality, and efficiency.

  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and coaching to team members to ensure their professional development and growth.

  • Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, psychological safety, and continuous learning.

Qualifications
  • Experience as a software developer operating in a leadership role.

  • Experience with A/B testing, iterative development, and data-driven decision-making.

  • Strong understanding of E-Commerce and SaaS best practices.

  • Strong technical skills in software development, testing, and deployment.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

  • Passion for wearable technology and a desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment.

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

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 $150,000 - $215,000. 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.

Skills Required

  • Experience as a software developer operating in a leadership role
  • Experience with A/B testing, iterative development, and data-driven decision-making
  • Strong understanding of E-Commerce and SaaS best practices
  • Strong technical skills in software development, testing, and deployment
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Passion for wearable technology and desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Must be prepared to relocate to or work from the Boston, Massachusetts office

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WHOOP Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is listed at 18 weeks with an additional 2‑week transition period, signaling strong support for new parents. This depth stands out relative to typical packages highlighted in the materials.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage are paired with a $500 annual wellness stipend, a free WHOOP membership plus one to gift, daily meals at the Boston HQ, and access to a gym and recovery tools. These health‑aligned perks reinforce a recovery‑first total rewards philosophy.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Roles are described as eligible for stock options alongside salary, indicating accessible ownership as part of total rewards. This equity component is consistently highlighted in company materials and third‑party summaries.

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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
500 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

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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