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WHOOPWHOOPBoston, MA

Software Engineer II (Backend, Hardware Accelerate)

Builds backend tools and APIs integrating with hardware equipment like oscilloscopes for real-time insights and workflow automation. Requires Python proficiency, data pipeline experience, and interest in hardware processes.

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About the role

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 same high-quality standards as personal contributions.

Bonus: experience building front-end applications using frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.

Skills

PythonAPIsDistributed SystemsData PipelinesDatabasesReactVueAngularAI Tools
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