WHOOP
Technology
SeniorSoftwareEngineer(Backend,BusinessSystems)
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“Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Business Systems) at WHOOP. Skills: Backend services, APIs, Integrations, Data pipelines. Architect backend services. Develop backend services”
Industry & Context.
Technical solutions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
BS in Computer Science, 5+ years backend experience, Proficiency in modern backend language, Experience designing APIs, Experience maintaining integrations, Experience maintaining middleware, Solid understanding relational databases, Solid understanding data modeling, Solid understanding query optimization, Experience with cloud infrastructure, Experience with distributed systems, Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, Deliver solutions balance needs, Experience mentoring engineers, Contribute to culture learning, Commitment embracing AI tools
Nice to Have
AWS experience preferred, GCP experience preferred, Azure experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Architect backend services
Develop backend services
Maintain backend services
Architect integrations
Maintain integrations
Lead design data pipelines
Lead implementation data pipelines
Lead design automation
Lead implementation automation
Lead design workflows
Lead implementation workflows
Partner with stakeholders
Translate needs technical solutions
Drive technical excellence
Ensure reliability systems
Ensure performance systems
Ensure security systems
Contribute technical strategy
Identify opportunities automation
Identify opportunities process improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with stakeholders; Collaborate cross-functionally
Full Job Description
At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is hiring a Senior Software Engineer 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. RESPONSIBILITIES: - - Architect, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs that power business-critical systems and integrations. - Lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, automation, and workflows that improve operational efficiency. - Partner with stakeholders across the business to deeply understand needs and translate them into technical solutions. - Drive technical excellence through code reviews, best practices, and mentorship of other engineers. - Ensure reliability, performance, and security across backend systems, with a focus on scalability as WHOOP grows. - Contribute to long-term technical strategy for Business Systems and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement. QUALIFICATIONS: - - BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. - 5+ years of professional backend software engineering experience. - Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar). - Experience designing and maintaining APIs, integrations, and middleware. - Solid understanding of relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization. - Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems. - Proven ability to collaborate cr
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