Software Engineer (Backend, Business Systems)

• WHOOP is hiring a Software Engineer II to join the Business Systems team
• In this role, you will design and implement the backend systems that power WHOOP’s internal operations, enabling scale and efficiency across the organization
• You’ll architect and maintain critical services and integrations that support Finance, Operations, Member Services, and other business functions
• By building reliable, secure, and performant systems, you’ll directly shape how WHOOP delivers value to its members and scales globally
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs that power business-critical systems and integrations
• Contribute in design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, automation, and workflows that improve operational efficiency
• Collaborate with product managers, data engineers, and internal business teams to gather requirements and build effective technical solutions
• Contribute to the team’s codebase with high-quality, testable, and well-documented code
• Identify system bottlenecks and improve the performance, reliability, and maintainability of backend systems
• Contribute to long-term technical strategy for Business Systems and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of engineering excellence

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.

Preferred experience

• Comfortable working with relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization
• Experience building and maintaining APIs, integrations, and distributed systems
• 2+ years of experience in backend software development with a strong foundation in computer science principles
• Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn from feedback and new challenges
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to deliver quality solutions in a fast-paced environment
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar)
• Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams
• Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply!