Senior Software Engineer (Fullstack, Business Systems)
WHOOP
Software Engineering
Boston, MA, USA
Posted on Feb 25, 2026
At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.
WHOOP is hiring a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead the Business Systems engineering function. In this role, you will oversee multiple engineering teams responsible for building and maintaining the services, integrations, and tools that power WHOOP’s internal operations. You will partner with leaders across Finance, Operations, Member Services, and other business functions to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient systems that directly enable WHOOP’s growth. You will provide both strategic and technical leadership—driving long-term architecture decisions while cultivating an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Lead, mentor, and grow multiple engineering teams within the Business Systems organization
- Define technical strategy and roadmap for business-critical systems in partnership with product, operations, and technology leaders
- Drive the design and delivery of scalable backend services, APIs, and integrations that enable cross-functional efficiency
- Establish and maintain best practices for engineering excellence, system reliability, and security
- Partner with senior business stakeholders to ensure technology investments align with organizational priorities and enable growth
- Develop engineering managers and senior engineers, fostering leadership capability and technical ownership across the organization
- Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative team environment that attracts and retains top talent
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, including 4+ years in engineering management with experience leading managers or multiple teams
- Strong technical foundation in backend engineering, with experience in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go)
- Proven experience architecting and scaling APIs, integrations, and distributed systems
- Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and enterprise business systems
- Track record of aligning technical strategies with business objectives and delivering measurable impact
- Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and scale engineering teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with comfort influencing at the executive level
- 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
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.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $150,000 - $215,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training.
In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.