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Full-Time

Software Engineer

Backend, Business Systems

Updated on 10/28/2024

Whoop

Whoop

501-1,000 employees

Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights

Data & Analytics
Healthcare

Entry, Junior

Boston, MA, USA

Role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. Relocation may be necessary.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
NetSuite
SQL
Java
Postgres
Salesforce
AWS
Requirements
  • Experience with object-oriented languages and design such as Java
  • Experience writing APIs and interacting with relational databases (Postgres)
  • Knowledge of database query language such as SQL
  • Experience working with cloud providers such as AWS is beneficial
  • Experience writing tests and documenting code for a variety of audiences
  • An innate passion for approaching large-scale problems through small, data-informed, and experiment-driven iterations
  • You thrive in a fast-paced and data-driven environment
  • Willingness to be both a team player and an owner
Responsibilities
  • Help execute WHOOP's vision to build/scale our business logistics world wide
  • Contribute to backend development: Java, AWS and Postgres
  • Contribute to new feature ideation, planning, and development
  • Translate feature requirements into actionable tasks with risks identified
  • Interface with critical business systems: Netsuite, Salesforce, Stripe, Boomi, and more.
  • Work collaboratively in a high growth environment with a product minded approach
  • Consistently deliver features and code with an iterative approach

WHOOP provides a fitness membership centered around the WHOOP Strap 3.0, a wearable device that tracks physiological metrics like heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels. This data is used to give personalized recommendations on daily exertion, sleep needs, and overall readiness for physical activity, helping users enhance their performance and reduce injury risks. The subscription model includes the device and access to a community-focused app, which encourages user engagement through teams and challenges. WHOOP's goal is to optimize health and performance for a diverse range of users, from fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$416.2M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with high-profile athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and collaborations with premium brands like ASSOS elevate WHOOP's brand visibility and credibility.
  • Recognition of WHOOP executives in influential tech lists and the company's expansion into over 56 markets highlight its growth and leadership in the health tech sector.
  • Innovative product developments, such as the WHOOP-integrated cycling shorts, demonstrate WHOOP's commitment to enhancing user experience and performance.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in fitness technology is intense, with numerous players offering similar wearable devices and health insights.
  • Reliance on a subscription-based model may deter potential users who prefer one-time purchases over recurring fees.

What makes Whoop unique

  • WHOOP's subscription-based model, which includes the WHOOP Strap 3.0 at no additional cost, ensures continuous user engagement and a steady revenue stream, unlike competitors who may charge upfront for devices.
  • The integration of advanced physiological data analytics with personalized recommendations sets WHOOP apart in the fitness technology market.
  • WHOOP's strong community engagement features, such as teams and challenges, foster a sense of belonging and competition, enhancing user retention.

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Benefits

Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.

Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.

Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.

Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.

Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.

Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.

Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.

Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!

Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!