Whoop
Senior Software Engineer (Frontend, Growth)
TLDR
Own and drive the technical direction of WHOOP's web experiences to enhance user acquisition and engagement through innovative A/B testing and cross-functional collaboration.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Own the architecture and technical direction of WHOOP's web experiences, including our Next.js-based join flow, Cloudflare Workers edge infrastructure, and Stripe-powered checkout
Lead cross-functional projects end-to-end from brainstorm and technical planning through implementation, QA, rollout, and post-launch analysis, partnering closely with Product, Design, and Analytics
Design and execute experiments (A/B tests) with rigor, ensuring proper instrumentation, measurement, and iteration based on impact to North Star metrics
Drive frontend performance, accessibility, and reliability across devices and browsers, establishing standards and monitoring that the team can build on
Write clean, well-tested, production-quality code in TypeScript/React/Next.js and integrate deeply with backend services, payment systems (Stripe), and ecommerce platforms (CommerceTools)
Author and review technical plans, identify architectural tradeoffs, and make sound judgment calls that balance speed with long-term maintainability
Mentor and develop other engineers through code review, pairing, and technical guidance, raising the bar for quality and velocity across the web surface
Participate in on-call rotations and incident response; lead postmortems and drive improvements that prevent recurrence
Contribute to Growth's engineering culture through documentation, process improvements, and knowledge sharing
QUALIFICATIONS:
5+ years of professional experience in frontend software engineering, with deep expertise inTypeScript, React, and modern web frameworks (Next.js strongly preferred)
Track record of owning and delivering complex, cross-functional web projects from technical design through production rollout
Strong understanding of web performance optimization, edge computing (e.g., Cloudflare Workers), and responsive design at scale
Experience integrating frontend applications with payment systems (Stripe preferred), RESTful APIs, and third-party platforms
Demonstrated ability to design and run meaningful A/B tests and make data-informed decisions in a growth or product engineering context
Experience with observability and monitoring tools (e.g., Datadog, Sentry, Amplitude) to proactively identify and resolve production issues
Proven ability to mentor engineers, lead technical discussions, and influence engineering practices across a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable operating in an async-first, cross-functional environment
Bonus: Experience with ecommerce platforms (CommerceTools), feature flag / experimentation infrastructure, or subscription/membership business models
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 $150,000 - $215,000. 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.
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
Senior Software Engineer