Senior Software Engineer (Manufacturing Platform)

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WHOOP is hiring a Senior Software Engineer (Manufacturing Platform) to build the software infrastructure that powers manufacturing across prototype, NPI, and mass production. You will own the architecture and development of the automated test platform that enables reliable, scalable production of WHOOP hardware. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Firmware, Hardware, and Quality teams, you'll build the tools, services, and infrastructure that ensure every device is manufactured efficiently and meets the highest quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain the Python-based manufacturing platform that powers automated test across engineering builds and high-volume production.

• Architect scalable software frameworks and services that integrate with automated test equipment, embedded devices, manufacturing systems, and cloud infrastructure.

• Develop and maintain cloud-based services and infrastructure in AWS to support manufacturing applications, test execution, data collection, and operational monitoring.

• Build and maintain internal APIs, tooling, and developer workflows that improve the reliability, maintainability, and usability of the manufacturing software ecosystem.

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Hardware, Firmware, Electrical, and Quality Engineering teams to translate manufacturing requirements into robust software solutions.

• Drive engineering best practices through software architecture, automated testing, code reviews, documentation, and technical mentorship while continuously improving platform reliability and developer productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience building production-quality applications and platforms.

• Excellent Python development and debugging skills, with experience designing modular, maintainable software architectures.

• Experience administering Linux systems and working comfortably in Windows development and production environments.

• Experience designing and consuming RESTful Web APIs and building distributed software systems.

• Hands-on experience developing, deploying, and administering applications and infrastructure within AWS.

• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including Git/GitHub workflows, software build systems, CI/CD, automated testing, and code review.

• Experience integrating software with hardware, embedded systems, instrumentation, or automated test equipment is highly preferred.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• A strong commitment to leveraging AI tools to accelerate development, while maintaining rigorous quality standards and ensuring all AI-assisted output meets the same high bar as manual 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 - $195,000. 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.
 
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