WHOOP

Technology

EmbeddedEngineer

$105–145k Boston, Massachusetts, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Embedded Engineer at WHOOP. Skills: Embedded firmware, C/C++, Embedded systems. Design embedded firmware. Implement embedded firmware”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve firmware reliability; Improve firmware stability; Improve firmware performance; Optimize resource utilization; Optimize power efficiency; Optimize device stability; Improve productivity; Improve learning; Improve engineering effectiveness

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

US citizen, Security clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

US citizen required, Obtain security clearance, Bachelor's degree or pursuit, 0-2 years experience, Proficiency in C/C++, Foundational embedded systems knowledge, Knowledge of microcontrollers, Knowledge of I2C, SPI, UART, Familiarity with Git, Familiarity with testing methodologies, Familiarity with debugging techniques, Familiarity with Jira, Exposure to operating systems, Exposure to RTOS, Ability to use lab equipment, Problem-solving skills, Communication skills, Collaboration skills, Analytical skills, Commitment to AI tools

Nice to Have

AI tools align with high standards

What You'll Do.

Design embedded firmware

Implement embedded firmware

Test embedded firmware

Maintain embedded firmware

Support development process

Support debugging process

Write functional tests

Maintain functional tests

Contribute to firmware architecture

Contribute to documentation

Contribute to code quality

Participate in code reviews

Improve engineering practices

Improve development workflows

Contribute to resource optimization

Contribute to power efficiency

Contribute to device stability

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with senior engineers; Cross-functional technical discussions

Communication Scope

Communication skills

Full Job Description

RESPONSIBILITES: - - Collaborate with senior engineers to design, implement, test, and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++ across WHOOP’s product portfolio. - Support the development and debugging process using software tools, hardware instrumentation, and electronic test equipment. - Write and maintain unit and functional tests to improve firmware reliability, stability, and performance. - Contribute to firmware architecture, documentation, and code quality initiatives, including requirements, design specifications, and coding standards. - Debug and troubleshoot issues spanning embedded software, hardware, peripherals, and communication interfaces. - Participate in code reviews and cross-functional technical discussions while continuously improving engineering practices and development workflows. - Contribute to efforts that optimize embedded resource utilization, power efficiency, and device stability. - Leverage AI tools responsibly as part of the software development lifecycle to improve productivity, learning, and engineering effectiveness. QUALIFICATIONS: - - The ability to obtain and maintain a US government issued security clearance is required, and only US Citizens are eligible for such security clearances. - Bachelor’s degree or current pursuit of a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. - 0–2 years of embedded software development experience through internships, academic projects, research, or industry experience. - Proficiency in C/C++ and foundational knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART. - Familiarity with Git, testing methodologies, debugging techniques, and development tools such as Jira. - Exposure to operating systems and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS). - Ability to use electronic lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers for debugging and validation. - Strong problem-

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