Engineering Manager, Data Engineering at Whoop

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Health Tech, WearablesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of experience in data or software engineering, including 2+ years in a people management role
Deep understanding of modern data architectures (e.g. Snowflake, Iceberg, Databricks, or similar) and cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure)
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and familiarity with data pipeline orchestration tools (e.g., Prefect, Airflow)
Proven track record of balancing technical innovation with operational and financial efficiency (OpEx ownership)
Strong stakeholder management skills - able to translate complex data needs into clear business outcomes and communicate effectively across engineering, product, and leadership teams
Passion for building high-performing teams, fostering growth, and creating systems that scale to power WHOOP’s mission
Based in or prepared to relocate to the WHOOP office in Boston, MA

Responsibilities

Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of data engineers focused on data quality, performance, and scalability across WHOOP’s platforms
Prioritize and Deliver Impactful Work: Manage competing priorities and ensure the team focuses on the most critical projects that drive measurable outcomes for WHOOP and its members
Drive Operational Excellence (OPEX): Establish and monitor KPIs for system reliability, cost efficiency, and delivery speed. Partner with finance and platform teams to optimize spend while maintaining high service quality
Own Data Pipelines: Oversee the design and maintenance of WHOOP’s core data pipelines, ensuring scalability, reliability, and adherence to best practices in security, governance, and observability
Collaborate with Key Stakeholders: Partner with the Data Science, Analytics, Product, and ML Platform teams to understand requirements, define priorities, and align on deliverables that accelerate innovation and business impact
Ensure Engineering Rigor: Champion software development best practices including version control, testing, documentation, CI/CD, and AI initiatives to ensure reproducible and maintainable data systems
Contribute to Technical Strategy: Help shape the roadmap for WHOOP data engineering and data platform teams, balancing long-term vision with short-term execution. Evaluate emerging technologies and practices aligned with AI initiatives that improve performance, observability, and developer experience
Support Cross-Team Integration: Ensure smooth data flow across internal systems, from ingestion and transformation to downstream consumption by AI, analytics, and product teams

Skills

Data Engineering

Data Pipelines

Scalability

Data Quality

Operational Excellence

KPIs

System Reliability

Cost Efficiency

Security

Governance

Observability

Software Development Best Practices

Mentoring

Team Management

Whoop

Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights

About Whoop

WHOOP offers a fitness membership that focuses on improving personal health and performance through a wearable device called the WHOOP Strap 3.0. This device continuously collects physiological data, including heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels, to provide users with personalized recommendations on their daily activity, sleep needs, and readiness for performance. Unlike many competitors, WHOOP operates on a subscription model, where users pay a fee to access the membership, which includes the device and continuous insights through the WHOOP app. This model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also fosters a strong community among users, encouraging engagement through teams, challenges, and social features. The goal of WHOOP is to help users optimize their health and performance while minimizing injury risk.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$393.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.

Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.

Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.

Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.

Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.

Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.

Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.

Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!

Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!

Risks

Increased competition from brands like Oura and Fitbit threatens market share.

Privacy concerns over data collection could lead to regulatory challenges.

Economic downturns may affect consumer willingness to pay subscription fees.

Differentiation

WHOOP offers 24/7 physiological data tracking with its WHOOP Strap 3.0.

The company provides personalized health insights for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

WHOOP's subscription model includes a community aspect for user engagement.

Upsides

WHOOP's partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo boosts brand visibility and credibility.

Expansion into 56 markets enhances WHOOP's global presence and growth potential.

Collaborations with brands like Assos strengthen WHOOP's position in sports technology.

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