Senior Software Engineer (backend, Business Systems)

Whoop Whoop · Consumer · Boston, MA · Software

Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Business Systems) at WHOOP, focusing on designing and implementing backend systems for internal operations, including Finance, Operations, and Member Services. The role involves architecting scalable data pipelines, automation, and workflows to improve operational efficiency and ensure reliability, performance, and security.

What you'd actually do

  1. Architect, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs that power business-critical systems and integrations.
  2. Lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, automation, and workflows that improve operational efficiency.
  3. Partner with stakeholders across the business to deeply understand needs and translate them into technical solutions.
  4. Drive technical excellence through code reviews, best practices, and mentorship of other engineers.
  5. Ensure reliability, performance, and security across backend systems, with a focus on scalability as WHOOP grows.

Skills

Required

  • 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 cross-functionally and deliver solutions that balance business and technical needs.
  • Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to a culture of learning and growth.

Nice to have

  • AI tools

What the JD emphasized

  • Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks