Senior Hardware Engineering Project Manager

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.

WHOOP is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineering Project Manager to lead the development and delivery of next-generation WHOOP devices. This individual will play a critical role in managing end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts, bringing together cross-functional teams to launch innovative and high-quality consumer hardware products. You will drive execution, create clarity amid complexity, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and member value.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and align cross-functional hardware teams—including Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, and Compliance Engineering—to deliver new WHOOP products from concept through launch.
• Manage full lifecycle NPI projects, ensuring alignment with technical performance, budget, and schedule targets.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules across hardware domains such as PCBAs, plastics, batteries, haptics, wireless components, and engineering test fixtures.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Data Science, Signal Processing, Industrial Design, and Product Management to define milestones, remove blockers, and maintain execution momentum.
• Own the execution of hardware builds from early prototypes through Design Validation Testing (DVT), including hands-on support at manufacturing sites.
• Partner with hardware technical leads to plan and prioritize validation activities—from small-scale experiments to full beta testing cycles.
• Manage risk and issue tracking frameworks, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with stakeholders.
• Lead through ambiguity and change, guiding teams through tactical pivots while keeping DRIs aligned and progress on track.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives within WHOOP’s Hardware Product Development framework to drive organizational effectiveness and executional consistency.
• Communicate status updates and influence decisions at the executive level.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience managing complex hardware development programs.
• Proven success launching at least one consumer hardware product involving cross-functional integration of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier timelines and component development workflows from DFM/DFX through ramp.
• Skilled in organizing and driving execution across multiple parallel workstreams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Comfortable with international travel (up to 15%) to support engineering builds and supplier interactions.
• 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.

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.

This role is based in our Boston, MA office. Candidates must be willing to relocate if necessary to work on-site.

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 $130,000 – $185,000. 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.

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