Senior Android Engineer (Hardware Accelerate)

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level and live longer through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

WHOOP is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join the Hardware Accelerate team, focusing on Android development. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize Android modules that interact with embedded systems at the core of WHOOP products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of performance, reliability, and innovation in wearable technology. Your work will directly contribute to the seamless integration of hardware and software, enabling WHOOP members to unlock their full potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the architecture, development, and optimization of Android systems that integrate with WHOOP hardware and firmware.

• Build and optimize mobile data pipelines to process hardware and physiological data in near real time.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify opportunities for system performance improvements and process optimization.

• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance system accessibility, reliability, and fault tolerance.

• Mentor teammates by sharing technical expertise, guiding architectural decisions, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

• Ensure operational excellence by maintaining high standards for security, performance, and system reliability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in Kotlin and Android development, with strong experience designing APIs and SDKs.

• Strong knowledge of data engineering principles, including data pipelines, stream processing, and database optimization.

• Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or other wireless communication protocols preferred.

• Experience working with or integrating hardware development tools and workflows.

• Strong technical leadership skills, with the ability to guide architectural decisions, set best practices, and mentor team members.

• Ability to align technical initiatives with organizational goals, balancing short-term delivery with long-term scalability and innovation.

• Strong communication skills with experience collaborating across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• 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.

REQUIREMENT:

• The ability to obtain and maintain a US government issued security clearance is required, and only US Citizens are eligible for such security clearances.

Learn more about our Software Org and how to be successful in your engineering career at WHOOP via our Career Framework.

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.

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