Whoop
Software Engineer I (Backend)
Boston, MA · Internship
Sponsorship not specified$105k-$145kDetected 21 days ago
JavaDistributed SystemsBackend DevelopmentObject-Oriented ProgrammingData StructuresAlgorithmsCode ReviewGitSQLPostgreSQLCloud PlatformsRESTKafkaData ScienceControlsCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- Our wearable technology monitors vital physiological metrics to provide personalized insights that improve fitness, health, and recovery.
- This posting is for an immediate new hire to our team.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners across Product, Design, Data Science, and Engineering to translate requirements into well-scoped technical solutions.
- 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.
- WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.
- 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.
Requirements
- Professional experience in backend software development (internship, co-op, or academic project experience acceptable).
- Proficiency in an object-oriented programming language such as Java, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn new backend technologies.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and standard development workflows.
- The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
- While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate's specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role's requirements.
- Experience building or interacting with RESTful APIs and relational databases (e.g., Postgres or similar SQL-based systems).
- Understanding of fundamental computer science concepts including data structures, algorithms, and system design basics.
- Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies), and cloud platforms such as AWS.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset, with a willingness to seek feedback and continuously improve.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate within a cross-functional team environment.
- Learn more about our Software Org and how to be successful in your engineering career at WHOOP via our Career Framework https://engineering.prod.whoop.com/careerframework.
- 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.
- Interested in the role, but don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
- WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify https://www.e-verify.gov/ to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
Compensation
- The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
Company info
- At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan.
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