Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Backend, Growth
Posted on 8/15/2024
Whoop
501-1,000 employees
Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights
Senior
Boston, MA, USA
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary.
- 3+ years of experience
- Experience working on large scale software systems
- Experience in API design and development (Java preferred)
- Experience in relational database design and development (SQL)
- Experience with headless content management systems
- Experience with experimentation, data-driven development, and rapid iteration
- Preferred experience building in the e-commerce domain
- Positive attitude and ownership mentality
- Strong communication skills to work both collaboratively and independently
- Help build and scale services that allow WHOOP to offer memberships and accessories to our members
- Contribute to backend development: Java, AWS and Postgres
- Interface with e-commerce platforms: CommerceTools and Stripe
- Work collaboratively in a business growth environment with a product and technical vision
- Consistently deliver features and code with an iterative approach
- Facilitate, coordinate, and develop ad hoc experiments to promote growth
- Support and up-level engineers in your team and neighboring teams through direct and indirect mentorship
WHOOP offers a fitness membership that focuses on improving personal health and performance through a wearable device called the WHOOP Strap 3.0. This device continuously collects physiological data, including heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels, to provide users with personalized recommendations on their daily activity, sleep needs, and readiness for performance. Unlike many competitors, WHOOP operates on a subscription model, where users pay a fee to access the membership, which includes the device and continuous insights through the WHOOP app. This model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also fosters a strong community among users, encouraging engagement through teams, challenges, and social features. The goal of WHOOP is to help users optimize their health and performance while minimizing injury risk.
Company Stage
Series F
Total Funding
$393.7M
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded
2012
6 month growth
↓ -2%1 year growth
↓ -3%2 year growth
↓ -3%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- WHOOP's partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo boosts brand visibility and credibility.
- Expansion into 56 markets enhances WHOOP's global presence and growth potential.
- Collaborations with brands like Assos strengthen WHOOP's position in sports technology.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from brands like Oura and Fitbit threatens market share.
- Privacy concerns over data collection could lead to regulatory challenges.
- Economic downturns may affect consumer willingness to pay subscription fees.
What makes Whoop unique
- WHOOP offers 24/7 physiological data tracking with its WHOOP Strap 3.0.
- The company provides personalized health insights for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
- WHOOP's subscription model includes a community aspect for user engagement.
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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!