Senior Regulatory Associate, Global Hardware Compliance at Whoop

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Wearable Technology, Consumer Electronics, Health TechIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance or certification management for consumer electronic products
Proven experience with international certification standards (e.g. FCC, CE, IC, TELEC, KC, RCM, etc.), as well as associated testing and approval processes
Experience working with global certification bodies and registered importers across multiple jurisdictions
Strong project management and organizational skills, capable of leading complex, multi-country certification efforts
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to translate complex regulatory details into actionable business insights
Bachelor’s degree required; technical discipline preferred
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
Prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office

Responsibilities

Drive the end-to-end certification process for WHOOP’s consumer electronic hardware products across multiple global markets
Coordinate regulatory diligence to identify required certifications by jurisdiction, including radio/telecom approvals, safety, EMC, battery, and environmental compliance
Coordinate directly with testing labs, certification bodies, and local registered entities to obtain timely regulatory approvals
Create and maintain project schedules to align product testing and certification with global market entry timelines
Collaborate with engineering to prepare samples for testing and approval. Ensure designs and drawings are updated to meet the distributor requirements
Maintain and regularly update a global compliance tracker, including certification status, renewal dates, and market-specific regulatory updates
Partner with product, hardware, and supply chain teams to ensure both design and manufacturing processes adhere to country-specific regulatory standards
Support go-to-market efforts by advising wholesale, legal, and operations teams on certification requirements for new market entry
Participate in distributor and retailer discussions to determine the most efficient certification and importation models for each country or region
Serve as the primary point of contact for compliance-related inquiries from external partners, providing required documentation and guidance as needed
Work closely with legal and regulatory affairs teams to interpret evolving regulations and proactively mitigate compliance-related risks

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Hardware Certification

EMC

Safety Approvals

Battery Compliance

Environmental Compliance

Radio Approvals

Telecom Approvals

Project Scheduling

Testing Labs Coordination

Global Market Access

Supply Chain Compliance

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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