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Software Engineer I (Backend)

WHOOP develops wearable technology that tracks physiological metrics to unlock human performance and healthspan through personalized insights.
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
Healthcare · Consumer

Job Description

WHOOP is revolutionizing the health and fitness industry with their advanced wearable technology that tracks crucial physiological metrics like heart rate variability, resting heart rate, and sleep quality. As a Software Engineer I (Backend) at WHOOP, you'll be part of a mission-driven team working to unlock human performance and healthspan.

The role offers an excellent opportunity for entry-level engineers to grow their careers while working on impactful backend services. You'll be using modern technologies like Java, Kafka, and PostgreSQL in an AWS environment, building systems that directly affect users' understanding of their health and fitness. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers and data scientists, ensuring a diverse and learning-rich environment.

WHOOP offers a supportive culture that values continuous learning and direct feedback. They explicitly encourage applications from candidates who might not meet every qualification, emphasizing character and potential alongside experience. The company provides a structured career development framework through their Engineering Career Framework, demonstrating their commitment to employee growth.

The position is based in Boston, MA, putting you at the heart of a thriving tech ecosystem. You'll be working in-person with a team that's passionate about technology and its application in improving people's lives. This is an ideal opportunity for someone starting their software engineering career who wants to work on meaningful products while developing their technical skills in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer I (Backend)

  • Develop and maintain backend services using Java, Kafka, Postgres, and AWS
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, data science, and engineering to deliver key features
  • Write clean, testable, and maintainable code
  • Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and sprint planning
  • Continuously learn and grow within WHOOP's engineering environment

Requirements For Software Engineer I (Backend)

Java
Kafka
PostgreSQL
  • Some experience or strong academic background in backend development (Java preferred)
  • Basic familiarity with RESTful APIs and relational databases (e.g., Postgres)
  • Interest in asynchronous processing systems (e.g., Kafka, SQS) a plus
  • Strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a fast-paced engineering team
  • Effective communicator and enthusiastic team player
  • Team player who thrives on continuous learning and direct feedback
  • Comfortable adapting and iterating in a dynamic, evolving environment
  • Eager and willing to learn and grow rapidly with AI and AI tools

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