Senior Hardware Engineering Project Manager

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 seeking a Senior Hardware Engineering Project Manager to lead the development of new WHOOP devices. In this role, you will partner closely with Hardware, Software, Manufacturing, and Creative teams to deliver novel WHOOP hardware. You will be a vital part of the growing Hardware EPM team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and align multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, Sensors and Manufacturing, to deliver new WHOOP hardware products.

• Coordinate critical milestones with key cross-functional partners, such as Product, Industrial Design, and UX.

• Manage complex integrated projects from kickoff through launch, keeping in mind performance, schedule, and cost goals.

• Drive clarity and alignment cross-functionally, even when requirements are ambiguous or in-flux.

• Create and manage detailed project schedules based on the product goals, balancing timelines, resources, and risks.

• Work with the engineering managers to lead the project team through strategic and tactical shifts, keeping everyone focused on the most critical elements of the project.

• Drive the development builds from Prototype through DVT with internal and external vendor partners.

• Drive prioritization and planning of test activities with the Technical Leads, from focused design-of-experiments (DOEs) to large-scale beta tests.

• Communicate project updates and drive key decisions at the executive level.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in hardware development.

• 5+ years of industry experience managing complex hardware development projects, ideally in consumer electronics.

• Launched at least one hardware product with cross-functional dependencies.

• Experience coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and global partners.

• Working knowledge of hardware lead-times and electrical development workflows.

• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to travel internationally to support engineering builds (up to 10%).

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 $130,000 - $185,000. 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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