WHOOP
Technology
SoftwareEngineerII(Backend,HardwareAccelerate)
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“Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate) at WHOOP. Skills: Machine learning, Deep learning, Distributed systems, Hardware acceleration. Design and implement machine learning models. Develop and optimize deep learning algorithms”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Debugging
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience, Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Experience with distributed systems, Experience with cloud platforms, Experience with large-scale data processing, Experience with machine learning, Experience with deep learning, Experience with Python, Experience with C++, Experience with CUDA
Nice to Have
Master's degree or PhD, Experience with distributed training frameworks, Experience with PyTorch, Experience with TensorFlow, Experience with distributed databases, Experience with real-time data processing, Experience with embedded systems, Experience with hardware acceleration
What You'll Do.
Design and implement machine learning models
Develop and optimize deep learning algorithms
Build and maintain distributed systems
Process large-scale datasets
Collaborate with hardware engineers
Integrate models into production systems
Stay current with research
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Hardware engineers
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 and live longer through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. The Hardware Accelerate team develops technology that enables rapid innovation across WHOOP’s Hardware organization. By creating cutting-edge tools and systems, we streamline workflows and provide real-time insights to engineers, ensuring efficient and high-quality hardware development. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will design and implement tools that integrate seamlessly with hardware processes, delivering impactful solutions to WHOOP’s engineering teams. RESPONSIBILITIES: - - Design and build backend solutions to support hardware development, bringing data to those who need it with robust backend systems. - Create tools that integrate with hardware equipment like environmental chambers, oscilloscopes, and other engineering devices. - Develop APIs and services to enhance connectivity across hardware workflows. - Automate and maintain high-throughput data pipelines to provide real-time insights to engineering teams. - Collaborate with cross-functional hardware teams to identify and address pain points in development workflows. - Ensure systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with WHOOP’s mission to deliver innovative hardware solutions. QUALIFICATIONS: - - Proficiency in Python for backend development, with experience designing APIs and building distributed systems. - Experience with data pipelines, database systems, and tool integration for hardware workflows. - A collaborative mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, feedback-driven environment. - Interest in or exposure to hardware development processes, with a willingness to learn. - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a strong sense of ownership. - Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the s
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