Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Core)

What this role involves

This is a senior backend engineering role at WHOOP, based in Boston, MA. The engineer will build foundational backend systems for the WHOOP app, focusing on scalability, reliability, and developer productivity. The role requires expertise in Java, API design, distributed systems, and relational databases, and involves technical leadership and mentoring.

Skills this posting asks for

• java
• api design
• distributed systems
• postgres
• kafka
• sqs
• cloud-native
• event-driven architectures
• ai tools

Requirements

• Level: senior
• Remote policy: onsite

From the employer’s posting

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