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Whoop

Android Engineer II (Connectivity)

Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
$125,000 – $175,000 per year

TLDR

Focus on optimizing device connectivity and implementing innovative features in the Android app to enhance member experiences using cutting-edge technology.

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers people to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.  WHOOP is hiring an Android Engineer II to join the connectivity team. You’ll focus on optimizing device connectivity and building new features into the existing Android app which are aimed at making our member’s connectivity experience as seamless as possible. From ensuring timely firmware updates to designing innovative ways to establish connections from software to hardware, we bring WHOOP to the highest level of performance and availability across the globe using the latest cutting edge technology. RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work on a cross functional team that collaborates with the product, firmware, and other software engineering teams at WHOOP

  • Develop and maintain native Android product features in Kotlin and integrate with RESTful backend services.

  • Create and own systems that aid in analyzing connectivity health of our members

  • Participate in the release pipeline, including app building, signing, testing (e.g., via Firebase), and Play Store submission.

  • Use tools like Jira, Confluence, and GitHub to organize and communicate work.

    • QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience with consumer-facing apps that interact with BLE devices is a plus.

  • Product-minded engineer with empathy for the member experience.

  • 2–4 years of professional experience building, testing, debugging, and shipping native Android apps.

  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin (and Java when necessary), Android Jetpack libraries and Android development ecosystem

  • Strong understanding of Android app structure, lifecycle, concurrency (Coroutines), and memory management

  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and networking best practices.

  • Familiarity with modular architecture and scalable design systems (MVVM, MVI)

  • Experience using Git and productivity tools like Jira, Confluence, and GitHub

  • Exposure to mobile CI/CD workflows, Gradle build configuration, and mobile release processes

  • 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.

    • 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 $125,000-$175,000. 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.
     
    Learn more about WHOOP.
    Whoop
    Whoop

    Whoop builds a performance optimization platform that helps individuals understand their bodies and health through advanced wearable technology. Targeted at fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals, this startup stands out by focusing on personalized metrics and insights that drive improved performance and longevity.

    Founded
    Founded 2007
    Employees
    51-200 employees
    Industry
    Internet Software & Services
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