Role overview

WHOOP is seeking an Embedded Engineer II to join the Embedded Engineering team within the Software Organization. WHOOP develops wearable devices that help members understand their bodies and optimize performance through health and fitness monitoring. In this role, you will develop firmware for WHOOP’s device line while collaborating across hardware, signal processing, manufacturing, and product teams to deliver stable, accurate, and power-efficient platforms.

Key responsibilities

Develop and test firmware in C for WHOOP’s product line using software tools, hardware instrumentation, and debugging resources.
Contribute to firmware architecture design and implement new features for the device platform.
Debug issues that span both software and hardware domains to ensure product reliability.
Write and maintain clear technical documentation for firmware systems and processes.
Participate in code reviews and ensure all work adheres to established coding standards.
Support test automation by designing, implementing, and debugging firmware self-tests.
Assist electrical development efforts through component selection and driver implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 2 years of professional embedded software development experience.
Proficiency in C/C++ programming and device driver development.
Hands-on experience using electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers.
Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and electrical design basics.
Familiarity with operating systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Knowledge of system communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and USART, along with version control using git and unit and functional testing methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

What makes this role worth considering

You will be part of the Embedded team at the intersection of hardware and software, working with a diverse group of experienced engineers to develop cutting-edge health and fitness monitoring devices. The role offers the opportunity to work across multiple technical domains while directly contributing to products that help members achieve their performance goals.