Embedded Engineer, WHOOP
Wearable health and fitness devices
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Wearable health and fitness devices
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To unlock human performance by helping people find their inner potential.
Role
Who you are
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Basic knowledge of version control using git
- Basic knowledge of unit and functional testing
- General knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and peripherals
- General knowledge of Electrical Engineering topics such as voltage, current, resistance, power, etc
- Familiarity with software configuration management tools and defect tracking tools
- So familiarity of operating systems (OS) and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
- Ability to debug and troubleshoot software issues
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic probes to aid in debug
What the job involves
- WHOOP is looking for an enthusiatic Embedded Engineer Level 1 to join our Software Organization as part of the Embedded Engineering team. You will work with Hardware, Signal Processing, Manufacturing and Product teams to develop and deliver against Hardware and Software roadmaps.
- The Embedded team’s mission is to build and deploy stable, accurate, and power efficient Firmware platforms for all our in house developed devices via a seamless 24/7 connection and interaction between our mobile apps
- At Whoop, the Embedded team is at the intersection of the Hardware and Software domains, bridging the gap between the physical and the digital world.
- As an Embedded Engineer Level 1 you will collaborate with a diverse group of the industry’s best and brightest engineers in supporting current products, as well as developing new cutting edge products that help our members achieve their health and fitness goals with industry leading monitoring and data analysis
- Work closely with senior engineers to design and implement firmware in C for WHOOP’s product line, leveraging software and hardware tools and instrumentation to aid in the development and debug process
- Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including requirements and design specifications
- Help document and maintain WHOOP’s codebase
- Help debug and troubleshoot issues across software and hardware domains
- Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of resources in deeply embedded systems
- Participate in code reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards
Our take
WHOOP develops wearable health-tracking devices designed to help athletes optimise their performance. Its technology continuously monitors recovery, sleep, and training hours to fine-tune both individual and team performance. Unlike competitors that primarily track exercise data, WHOOP's holistic approach includes metrics like heart rate variability, which can influence more effective and healthier exercise routines.
By focusing on a subscription model that includes the cost of the physical device, WHOOP differentiates itself from competitors that charge a higher one-time fee for their products. This model provides ongoing value and encourages users to stay engaged with their health data.
WHOOP's comprehensive monitoring of strain and recovery has given it a competitive edge, even as other brands like Fitbit have incorporated similar features. Beyond sports performance, WHOOP has conducted extensive research on predicting premature births, aiming to integrate these findings into their app. This commitment to broader health applications demonstrates WHOOP's dedication to advancing wearable health technology.
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Insights
1% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Aug 2021
$200m
SERIES F
Oct 2020
$100m
SERIES E
Total funding: $404.8m
Company benefits
- TAKE TIME OFF: Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.
- LIVE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE: Our benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.
- FEEL INVESTED: 401k and stock options to share in the future of WHOOP.
- EAT WELL: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.
- KNOW THE PRODUCT: We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.
- BE ACTIVE: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers, as well as a $500yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.
- BE PRESENT: Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.
- LOVE WHERE YOU WORK: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!
- WORK HARD, PLAY HARDER: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!
Company HQ
West Fens, Boston, MA
Leadership
Will Ahmed
(CEO)Studied at Harvard. Worked as a Summer Analyst at Allen & Company and at Lindsay Goldberg. Founded Whoop in their final year.
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