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Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

WHOOP develops wearable technology to unlock human performance through deeper understanding of bodies and daily lives.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
Healthcare · Consumer

Description For Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

WHOOP is revolutionizing the wearable technology space with a mission to unlock human performance. As a Software Engineer II on the Hardware Accelerate team, you'll play a crucial role in developing technology that powers hardware innovation at WHOOP. The position focuses on building scalable, fault-tolerant systems that enable engineers to advance product development efficiently.

The role combines backend development with hardware integration, requiring expertise in Python or Java and experience with APIs and distributed systems. You'll be responsible for creating and optimizing data pipelines that deliver real-time insights to engineering teams, while also building tools that streamline hardware workflows.

Working from WHOOP's Boston office, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and data science engineers. The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly influence product development and innovation. WHOOP values diversity and encourages applications even if candidates don't meet every qualification, believing in the importance of character alongside experience.

The role is ideal for engineers passionate about performance technology who want to work at the intersection of software and hardware. You'll be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of wearable technology while building systems that enable continuous innovation. The position offers growth opportunities within WHOOP's engineering organization, supported by their comprehensive Career Framework.

Last updated 12 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

  • Design and implement backend systems that integrate with strap and app data to enable insights for other teams
  • Build and optimize APIs and services to streamline data and hardware workflows
  • Automate scalable, high-throughput data pipelines to deliver insights to engineering teams in real time
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve tooling, infrastructure, and development processes
  • Ensure systems are robust, reliable, and capable of supporting continuous hardware and algorithm development
  • Enhance the development experience for hardware and data science engineers by creating intuitive, efficient tools and processes

Requirements For Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

Python
Java
  • Proficiency in Python or Java for backend development, with experience building APIs and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with data pipelines, database management, and infrastructure automation
  • Ability to design scalable, fault-tolerant systems for high-performance applications
  • A collaborative team player with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Interest in hardware workflows and eagerness to learn more about hardware development

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