Software Engineer (Backend)

May 19, 2026

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As a Software Engineer I, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of the services that power WHOOP’s core product experiences
You will work closely with experienced engineers, product managers, designers, and data scientists to build scalable, reliable systems that deliver meaningful insights to our members
This is a growth-oriented role ideal for engineers who are excited to learn, ship high-quality code, and make an impact in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Contribute to the development and maintenance of backend services and APIs that power WHOOP’s member-facing features using technologies such as Java, Kafka, Postgres, and AWS
Collaborate with cross-functional partners across Product, Design, Data Science, and Engineering to translate requirements into well-scoped technical solutions
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code while participating in code reviews to continuously improve engineering quality and standards
Support the operation and monitoring of production systems, helping to troubleshoot issues and ensure reliability, scalability, and performance
Break down feature requirements into actionable tasks, identify risks early, and iterate quickly to deliver value to members
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing to support team velocity and long-term maintainability
This posting is for an immediate new hire to our team
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

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.

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