Software Engineer I (Quality)

WHOOP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous equity package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading health and performance technology company is seeking an SDET in Boston, MA. The role involves developing and maintaining automated tests for core functionalities while collaborating closely with engineers and product teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a desire to learn about test automation and quality engineering. This position offers a competitive salary, equity in the company, and a focus on personal growth and development.

Qualifications

• Basic programming experience in one or more languages.
• Familiarity with software testing concepts and methodologies.
• Strong willingness to learn and grow in test automation and quality engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated tests for core product functionality.
• Participate in code reviews and apply feedback.
• Ensure critical user journeys are covered by automated tests.

Skills

Programming experience

Software testing concepts

Insatiable curiosity

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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 and empowers members with the insights to live a longer healthier life.

As an SDET, you will contribute to ensuring the quality and reliability of our products by developing and maintaining automated tests. You will work closely with engineers and product teams to validate functionality and improve testing practices while building foundational skills in test automation and quality engineering.

This role is ideal for engineers early in their careers who are growing their ability to deliver high-quality test code with guidance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Test Automation & Development

• Develop and maintain automated tests for core product functionality (unit, integration, and basic end-to-end tests)
• Follow established testing frameworks, patterns, and best practices
• Participate in code reviews and apply feedback to improve test quality
• Contribute to validating new features and ensuring regression coverage

Quality Assurance

• Ensure critical user journeys are covered by automated tests
• Identify, document, and elevate defects with clear reproduction steps
• Support manual and exploratory testing where needed

Execution & Delivery

• Execute well-defined testing tasks within project timelines
• Begin estimating effort for assigned work and improving accuracy over time
• Support team goals by delivering reliable and maintainable test coverage

Collaboration

• Work closely with engineers, QA, and product managers to understand requirements
• Actively participate in team ceremonies and communicate progress and blockers
• Ask questions to gain clarity and improve implementation

Learning & Growth

• Build foundational knowledge of system architecture, testing tools, and CI/CD pipelines
• Learn debugging techniques and test design strategies
• Continuously improve based on feedback and mentorship

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Basic programming experience in one or more languages
• Familiarity with software testing concepts and methodologies
• Insatiable curiosity and willingness to hold multiple perspectives
• Strong willingness to learn and grow in test automation and quality engineering

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.

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 $105,000 - 145,000. 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.