Industrial Design Director

About

WHOOP is on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. Through wearable technology, data science, and design, we help members understand their bodies and improve health and performance. Design plays a central role in shaping WHOOP’s identity, from the precision of our hardware to the emotional connection our products create in members’ daily lives.

The Creative org defines how WHOOP is felt in the world. We are responsible for the physical manifestations of the brand, from hardware, bands, and accessories to collaborations, retail environments, pop‑ups, and in‑store moments. We operate with design excellence, a deep understanding of craft, and a clear understanding of the experiences that can unlock. This design team is built on trust, candor, and a shared obsession with quality. We are empowered to initiate, challenge, and lead, delivering best‑in‑class design across every physical touchpoint and making WHOOP unmistakable through clarity, restraint, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the design vision for WHOOP hardware, including wearables and accessories, ensuring consistency with brand identity and performance standards.
• Lead concept creation by translating insights, research, and technology into clear product opportunities through sketches, prototypes, and visual storytelling.
• Partner with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to maintain design integrity through production.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to industrial designers while raising the standard of craft and creativity across the team.
• Build and refine high‑fidelity prototypes for testing, ergonomics, and CMF (color, material, finish) studies.
• Balance aesthetics, comfort, and usability to create hardware that feels effortless to wear and use.
• Explore new materials, finishes, and processes that elevate quality and sustainability.
• Deliver world‑class design outcomes from concept through DFM (design for manufacturing) with attention to detail, precision, and consistency.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of experience in industrial design with a strong portfolio in consumer electronics or wearable products.
• Proven ability to lead and actively contribute to projects and teams from concept to mass production.
• Deep understanding of ergonomics, CMF, and manufacturing processes such as injection molding, overmolding, and metal finishing.
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills that influence across teams and disciplines.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks), visualization tools (KeyShot), and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience collaborating with engineering and manufacturing partners internationally (preferred).
• Passion for performance, technology, and human‑centered design.
• A distinct point of view grounded in curiosity and empathy.
• Commitment to excellence in detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to balance creative vision with practical execution.
• Comfort leading multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Drive to explore what wearable design can become.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with soft goods or wearable integration, such as textiles, straps, or sensors.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and responsible material use.

Location

• Based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. Candidates must be prepared to relocate if necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

• U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position: $130,000 – $170,000 (determined by role, level, and location).
• Competitive equity package aligned with the company’s long‑term success.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during the interview process).

Equal Opportunity

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑verify to determine employment eligibility. We value character as much as experience and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.