Senior Embedded Engineer
WHOOP
Boston, MA, USA
USD 155k-245k / year + Equity
Posted on Dec 16, 2025
At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to
perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive the development and optimization of the hardware systems behind our cutting-edge wearable technology.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field or foreign degree equivalent and 6 months experience with developing and debugging embedded hardware and software systems.
- 6 months of experience with programming languages (Python or similar); 6 months of experience with C, C++ or other scripting language.
- 6 months of experience working with microcontrollers, RTOS, and peripheral interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, and BLE.
- 6 months of experience with low-power design and optimization techniques for battery-powered devices.
- 6 months of experience with debugging using tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar equipment.
- 6 months of experience solving problems and developing innovative solutions in the wearable or IoT space.
- 6 months of experience effectively communicating across technical and non-technical teams.
Partial telecommuting permissible from home office within normal commuting distance.
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 $155,000 – $245,000. 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.