Software Engineer (Backend, Core)

About this role

• As a Software Engineer II on the Core team, you will build the foundational services that power the WHOOP App and develop features that empower members to optimize performance and longevity.
• You will play a critical role in building and scaling the foundational systems that power the WHOOP member experience for fitness, sleep, strain, recovery, and integrations
• You will partner closely with other engineers, product management, design, data science, and performance science to shape and build the polished member-facing experiences for these features
• Own the design, implementation, and delivery of backend services that power member-facing experiences, collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver scalable, reliable solutions
• Contribute to technical planning by translating product requirements into actionable engineering work, identifying risks and dependencies, and delivering iteratively
• Improve system reliability, performance, and observability through testing, monitoring, and continuous refinement
• Contribute to shared engineering foundations through code reviews, documentation, and technical discussions that improve team effectiveness
• Support other engineers through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and constructive feedback

### 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 ye...