Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Business Systems)

WHOOP - Boston, MA

Hiring: Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Business Systems) Company: WHOOP Location: Boston, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:48:42 Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, Data Pipeline, GCP, Java, Python About the job Experience: •5+ years of professional backend software engineering experience. Required Skills: •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. •Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar). •Solid understanding of relational databases, data modeling, and query optimization. •Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and deliver solutions that balance business and technical needs. •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. •Learn more about our Software Org and how to be successful in your engineering career at WHOOP via our •This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. •Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!