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Embedded Engineer

BostonOn-siteFull-time

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Embedded Engineer I develops, tests, and maintains embedded firmware in C/C++ for wearable devices, collaborating with hardware and software teams to ensure power-efficient, reliable firmware and clear documentation.

About this role

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives through continuous monitoring, actionable insights, and personalized coaching.

WHOOP is hiring an Embedded Engineer I to join the Embedded Engineering team within the Software organization. In this role, you will contribute to the development of stable, accurate, and power-efficient firmware platforms that power WHOOP devices and enable seamless interaction between hardware, firmware, and mobile applications. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Hardware, Signal Processing, Manufacturing, and Product teams while learning from experienced engineers and growing toward greater technical ownership and independence.



RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Collaborate with senior engineers to design, implement, test, and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++ across WHOOP’s product portfolio.

  • Support the development and debugging process using software tools, hardware instrumentation, and electronic test equipment.

  • Write and maintain unit and functional tests to improve firmware reliability, stability, and performance.

  • Contribute to firmware architecture, documentation, and code quality initiatives, including requirements, design specifications, and coding standards.

  • Debug and troubleshoot issues spanning embedded software, hardware, peripherals, and communication interfaces.

  • Participate in code reviews and cross-functional technical discussions while continuously improving engineering practices and development workflows.

  • Contribute to efforts that optimize embedded resource utilization, power efficiency, and device stability.

  • Leverage AI tools responsibly as part of the software development lifecycle to improve productivity, learning, and engineering effectiveness.

    • QUALIFICATIONS:

  • The ability to obtain and maintain a US government issued security clearance is required, and only US Citizens are eligible for such security clearances.

  • Bachelor’s degree or current pursuit of a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

  • 0–2 years of embedded software development experience through internships, academic projects, research, or industry experience.

  • Proficiency in C/C++ and foundational knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART.

  • Familiarity with Git, testing methodologies, debugging techniques, and development tools such as Jira.

  • Exposure to operating systems and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS).

  • Ability to use electronic lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers for debugging and validation.

  • Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

  • 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.

    • Skills

    C++Code ReviewsDebuggingDocumentationsEmbedded FirmwareFirmware ArchitectureFunctional TestsGitI2CJiraLogic AnalyzersMicrocontrollersMultimetersOscilloscopesPower ManagementRTOSSPITesting MethodologiesUARTUnit Tests

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