Senior Engineering Program Manager (Data Science & Research)

Key Skills

Agile methodologies, Analytical and Problem solving, Cloud computing, Data science techniques, Design, Effective communication skills, Google Workspaces, JIRA, Program Management, Project management

Job Description

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Engineering Program Manager (Data Science & Research) to join our team at WHOOP. As a Senior Engineering Program Manager (Data Science & Research), you will play a critical role in managing and driving the success of our data science, analytics, and research initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth execution of development projects and the delivery of high-quality insights and solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive cross-functional collaboration data science, research, product, design, software engineering, membership services, and hardware so that engineering initiatives are properly prioritized and aligned with business objectives
• Monitor and control program cost, schedule, performance, scope, and risk to ensure product features and services are delivered on time and within budget
• Create and maintain program plans in close coordination with Data Science, Research, Product and Engineering Managers, including timelines, budgets, change logs, and risk mitigation plans
• Identify and resolve program issues, including resource conflicts, scope changes, and timeline adjustments
• Communicate key developments, updates, and risks to stakeholders in a timely manner 
• Drive continuous process improvement within the software engineering organization, including developing and implementing best practices, standards, and procedures for program management 
• Adapt and evolve to the needs of the team through the project or program lifecycle

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in engineering program management, with a proven track record of delivering complex software engineering initiatives on time and on budget 
• Basic knowledge of Data Science and Research best practices
• Experience leading cross-functional teams,with particular emphasis on data science and research initiatives 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically about complex technical challenges 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with stakeholders at all levels of the organization 
• Experience with managing mobile app development 
• Experience with agile methodologies 
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with wearable devices, cloud technologies, distributed systems, and/or microservices architectures is a plus 
• Experience with Jira and Google Workspace
• Scrappy and resourceful. When something needs to get done, you find a way to make it happen 
• Experience working in a fast startup environment and able to adapt to change 
• Passion for health and fitness 

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.