Senior Embedded Engineer, WHOOP
Wearable health and fitness devices
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Wearable health and fitness devices
501-1000 employees
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501-1000 employees
Company mission
To unlock human performance by helping people find their inner potential.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Significant experience in embedded hardware development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality hardware for commercial products
- Mastery of programming languages like Python, and familiarity with C, C++ or other scripting languages
- Experience working with microcontrollers, RTOS, and peripheral interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and BLE
- Understanding of low-power design and optimization techniques for battery-powered devices
- Strong debugging skills with tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar equipment
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for developing innovative solutions in the wearable or IoT space
- Effective communication skills to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions
What the job involves
- WHOOP is seeking a Senior Embedded Engineer to drive the development and optimization of the hardware systems behind our cutting-edge wearable technology.
- As a critical member of this team, you will drive the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems that power WHOOP’s devices, ensuring they meet the high standards of reliability and performance our members expect. Your expertise will directly impact WHOOP’s ability to innovate and deliver transformative experiences
- Develop and optimize hardware systems for low-power, resource-constrained embedded environments, ensuring efficient and reliable device performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware requirements and support the integration of sensors, communication modules, and power management systems
- Design, prototype, and test hardware components to ensure quality, scalability, and functionality align with product goals
- Debug and resolve complex issues across the hardware stack, leveraging advanced diagnostic tools and methodologies
- Support the selection and validation of electronic components, ensuring reliability and performance in real-world conditions
- Contribute to the development and optimization of communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and BLE for seamless connectivity
- Conduct hardware performance analysis and testing to meet stringent power and reliability requirements for wearable devices
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure robust design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-test (DFT) processes
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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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 values
- Our work is grounded in research, design, and privacy
- At WHOOP, the best idea wins
- We have a bias for action
- We operate at the intersection of high intensity and high humility
- Our differences are a source of strength
- We are obsessed with the member experience
Company HQ
West Fens, Boston, MA
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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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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at WHOOP
- Under the umbrella of Inclusivity & Belonging, WHOOP operates a number of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including; Black at WHOOP, WHOOP GOOP (LGBTQ+), Women of WHOOP, Veterans & Military personnel, Adapt (Abled & Disabled Allies Partnering Together), and Wise (Women In Science & Engineering) .
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