Software Engineer

Who you are

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in backend software development with a strong foundation in computer science principles
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar)
• Experience building and maintaining APIs, integrations, and distributed systems
• Comfortable working with relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization
• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to deliver quality solutions in a fast-paced environment
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn from feedback and new challenges
• 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
• Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply!

What the job involves

• WHOOP is hiring a Software Engineer II to join the Business Systems team
• In this role, you will design and implement the backend systems that power WHOOP’s internal operations, enabling scale and efficiency across the organization
• You’ll architect and maintain critical services and integrations that support Finance, Operations, Member Services, and other business functions
• By building reliable, secure, and performant systems, you’ll directly shape how WHOOP delivers value to its members and scales globally
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs that power business-critical systems and integrations
• Contribute in design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, automation, and workflows that improve operational efficiency
• Collaborate with product managers, data engineers, and internal business teams to gather requirements and build effective technical solutions
• Contribute to the team’s codebase with high-quality, testable, and well-documented code
• Identify system bottlenecks and improve the performance, reliability, and maintainability of backend systems
• Contribute to long-term technical strategy for Business Systems and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of engineering excellence

Benefits

• Flexible Vacation: WHOOP has a flexible vacation policy that allows you to unwind, laptop-free, when you need it most.
• Focus on Family: We offer 18 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.
• Get Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP.
• WHOOP +1: Everyone on the team gets a complimentary WHOOP membership—plus another membership to share with a loved one.
• Health Matters: Our competitive benefits package covers medical, dental, and vision, in addition to mental health services, life and disability insurance, and more.
• Find Your Fit: Full-time employees get $500 a year to spend on wellness in whatever way they see fit, from fitness classes and memberships, to recovery services.
• It Pays to Sleep: Our Sleep Performance Program incentivizes employees to get more sleep. Log an average sleep performance of 85% or higher for the month and get a $100 bonus.
• Location, Location, Location: You can’t beat the views from the rooftop of One Kenmore Square. Feel inspired daily as you work, enjoy free snacks and coffee, and collaborate in the heart of Boston.