Company values are a big deal.
Not only do they dictate business decisions, company values play an important role in employee satisfaction, with over half of workers in the United States saying they won’t even consider a company with values they disagree with.
Want to work for an employer whose values match your own? Look no further.
Built In asked a handful of tech professionals to share why aligning with company values are so important to them.
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Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company, providing digital payment solutions across education, healthcare, travel and B2B sectors.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
To me, an employer should embody values that align with my own while also fostering an environment that encourages me to grow and live those values more fully. I am driven by a genuine passion for meaningful work and I thrive when I can share a sense of collective pride through collaboration with a global team of FlyMates. Most importantly, as part of our education vertical, I am inspired by the opportunity to help millions of students worldwide pursue higher education, graduate and build careers of their own.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
Many companies claim to encourage employees to make a positive impact in their communities, but Flywire truly enables us to do so in tangible, meaningful ways. Through initiatives like FlyBetter Days, I am given dedicated time to volunteer and contribute directly to my community. With FlyMatch, the donations I choose to give to causes I care about are amplified, reflecting a real partnership between my values and my employer’s support. And through programs like School the World, where FlyMates volunteer in countries such as Guatemala, Panama and soon the Philippines, I see firsthand how our collective efforts expand access to education globally. These initiatives not only allow me to live my values but also provide deep fulfillment — both personally and professionally — by knowing the work I do is tied to something much larger than myself.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
To me, it is essential that my values are reflected by my employer. I believe an organization should be conscious of its impact on the world and committed to making it better. When that commitment is clearly communicated throughout the company and woven into the culture, it not only strengthens my pride in being part of the organization but also empowers me to contribute more meaningfully in my role. Knowing that my work aligns with a larger purpose enables me to make a greater impact, both within the company and in the broader community we serve.
PrizePicks is an independent skill-based fantasy sports operator in North America.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
I look for companies that give their teams the space and support to do great work. The values that matter most to me are pretty simple.
Clarity. I work best when priorities are clear, decisions get made quickly and there’s no wasted motion.
Autonomy with accountability. I believe teams should have the freedom and resources to make decisions, with the understanding that performance is measured by the outcomes of those decisions.
Valuing intelligence. I do my best work when research and analytics are treated as critical tools for gaining an edge, not afterthoughts.
Agility with purpose. I like environments that can adapt quickly when things change, but do it with focus and intent.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
PrizePicks puts real investment behind research, analytics and intelligence. Insights are respected and expected to influence both product and marketing choices.
I’m trusted to set the strategy for Insights and have the resources to run with what I want to do and our success is measured by outcomes — like whether insights are adopted and applied and the impact they have on the success of our products, experiences and campaigns.
We’re in a fast-moving industry, so agility matters. We pivot when conditions change and that’s only possible because autonomy and ownership are built into the way we work.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
In a competitive space and to perform at my best, I want to be around great people who can move quickly and make smart, data-informed decisions. When my team, peers and leaders share the same values, it makes everything smoother. There’s less noise, more trust and we can put our energy into making an impact that really moves the business forward.
Arity was founded by The Allstate Corporation in 2016 and today is a mobility data and analytics company focused on improving transportation.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
For me, there are a bunch: autonomy, flexibility, impact, continuous learning and working with smart, kind, inclusive people.
Personally, I thrive when I have the freedom to make decisions and see projects through to completion. Flexibility, especially the ability to work remotely, has been an unexpected gem for me and my work-life balance. It’s enabled me to spend time outside of work with my family and do things that are important to me — like swimming.
I value seeing my work make a real-world difference. Knowing that what I do contributes to something meaningful keeps me motivated and engaged, along with constantly learning new things. We get to work on a lot of interesting things and I like being to learn from my colleagues. Inevitably there are slower moments and work that is more tedious, like in any job, but that’s not what keeps me at Arity — it’s our culture of smart, kind and inclusive people.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
Arity’s remote-first culture gives me the flexibility I need to take care of myself and have work-life balance.
There’s also a big emphasis on growth and continuous progress. I’ve been lucky to attend conferences, take classes and have amazing mentors. Additionally, we hold monthly learn days where anyone can give a presentation about something that is meaningful to them — whether it’s project related, something learned at a conference, or even sharing tips from a recent trip to Japan.
Arity cultivates a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. We work across multiple time zones and Arity makes us all feel like one big team. Every quarter we have global calls to celebrate wins and big milestones. We have an “Applause” system that enables us to recognize each other, which reinforces teamwork and a positive environment. I feel lucky to work in a place where you can get in front of everyone, from the senior leader to the entry-level analyst, to ask questions or share ideas. We do this once a week in our analytics department internal review board. I really value that safe space to share perspectives, make innovations and improve the products we are developing.
How do these values shape your feelings about your employer? What about your ability to make an impact in your role?
Honestly, these values make me proud to work at Arity. It is truly such a lovely place to work - not just because the projects are interesting, but because the culture keeps me engaged. I also think the tone is set at the top and leadership reinforces these values, which builds trust and belonging.
On a personal level, these values empower me to “grow where I am planted,” which has always been a personal saying I try to apply in my life. I can be a leader in my role, even though I’m not the “lead.” I bring my expertise to the table and this has led my individual contributions — analyses and models — to be deployed into applications that reach millions of people. I certainly could not have this impact without our incredible team of people that all bring their own valuable, unique expertise together to collaborate on our products. This autonomy and impact reminds me that what I do matters and that’s incredibly rewarding.
OpenX makes digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
Open communication and transparency from leadership and to feel valued as an employee, like the company cares about me and my well being. I also think an element of empowering the employee — to share ideas, to elicit change and have the autonomy and courage to share those ideas and do so is very important.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
A lot of this is less tangible but done by example from our leadership team. That trickles down to how other teams are led and managed, which influences the overall culture and shows what OpenX values. Of course the transparency in communication from leadership is easy to pinpoint, but there are plenty of other cultural things that show how we all care about each other and who we are outside of just an employee of OpenX (recognizing birthdays or life achievements, social engagements outside the office together — or even OpenX investing in the commercial offsite where we can all be together, which everyone is a huge fan of, being rewarded with company wide days off, etc.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
It’s important that they share these values because it influences how I show up to work each day. Knowing I trust our leaders and they are communicative and care is a huge part of not only feeling a part of something but making sure I believe in what I’m working towards and understand the vision and where we are going, together. Ultimately, we are a team and to understand and share the vision is critical for achieving that common goal. Without that shared vision, understanding or shared values, I think you lose the importance or feeling of being part of something bigger.
Pluralsight is an edtech company that helps organizations build better products by developing critical skills, improving processes and gaining insights through data and strategic skills.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
I think of company values in two ways. First, am I comfortable being associated with the markets they serve and the products or services the company sells? For me that means products and services that truly aid customers, not exploit them and a corporate commitment to environmental sustainability and community support.
Second, does the company strive for and emphasize daily “ways of working” values that are important to me and limit negative behaviors? I value collaboration, personal accountability, continuous improvement and pragmatism. I don’t want to deal with office politics or personal agendas that sabotage the work environment. It’s important that the company I work for be willing and able to address the negative and foster the positive.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
When I joined the company, I learned about Pluralsight One, which makes financial contributions and partners with nonprofits to provide underserved communities access to our technical skills training. But it really became clear to me how central this commitment to education and empowerment is at a recent strategy event, when over 100 team members and leaders jumped in to put together STEM project kits for students and write notes of encouragement to young learners. There was so much energy in the room!
I see evidence of how the Pluralsight culture pillars influence daily ways of working. There’s a genuine willingness to experiment with new processes to improve efficiency and our ability to deliver for customers. It’s great to see collaboration and open, candid conversations in action.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
Shared values and working agreements and the commitment to uphold them, are the basis for building trust and psychological safety. Without that foundation, people cannot reliably perform well, let alone perform at their best. Ensuring that value-aligned behaviors are displayed every day, throughout the organization, is ultimately the responsibility of every leader. We must be the model that we want everyone to follow.
Atlassian is a leading provider of collaboration and productivity software, empowering teams worldwide to unleash their full potential. As a hub of innovation, Atlassian integrates cutting-edge technologies like AI and automation across its product suite, enhancing team productivity and collaboration.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
I value an employer who commits to building talent internally, providing opportunities for growth and professional development. As a software developer, I look for roles with a sense of ownership and a strong collaborative engineering culture that ties development work back to user experience.
From leadership, I expect a clear product vision, support for improving developer experience and a consistent desire for processes that actually improve productivity.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
I joined Atlassian nine months ago as part of the Loom enterprise team. I have been constantly learning from a talented group of engineers while contributing to foundational projects. Teams have a strong culture of celebrating wins and we have a great peer-to-peer ‘kudos’ system providing an outlet to celebrate the hard work and achievements of team members.
Atlassian is also committed to promoting an excellent remote culture, providing multiple opportunities each year to meet as a team, along with great tools for remote collaboration. One example in particular that I have personally enjoyed and benefited from the ShipIt program — an internal hackathon that runs twice a year. Guided by our company values, ShipIt provides a great outlet for developers to experiment with new ideas and build relationships across the company. Through a project built during ShipIt that received our Founders’ Choice award, I was fortunate to also be rewarded with an invitation to see Atlassian Williams Racing at the final race of the 2025 Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi this December. This is part of a broader employee rewards program that launched in April as a new way to celebrate innovation in action and I am really looking forward to what’s sure to be an unforgettable experience.
How do these values shape your feelings about your employer? What about your ability to make an impact in your role?
Strong company values impact day-to-day working environments and the long-term success of products. It is impossible to build quality software without clear goals and support across a company.
Teams at Atlassian are highly collaborative and that is a huge deal when learning new systems and building foundational platforms. I have greatly enjoyed the variety of work I can experience; I would not have been able to have such a broad impact without this level of support.
I genuinely have a ton of fun with the work I do, every day.
Bose is an audio tech company known for audio solutions for the home, on the go, and in the car.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
I recently joined Bose Corp. leading product and partnerships for our automotive division, and during my search it was paramount that I found a company with shared values and purpose. Bose’s values include being Interconnected, Empowered, leading with Ingenuity and operating with Tenacity. These ideals capture the kind of culture I want to both build and be part of — where individuals feel trusted to take ownership, respectfully challenge ideas, deeply collaborate with each other and our partners and where everyone brings persistence and heart to achieving shared goals. I feel so fortunate to have found a home at a company that understands that values and culture are just as critical to success as innovation and product excellence — because they’re what sustain and inspire people to do their best work every day.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
Bose demonstrates a strong commitment to these values in many ways, both formally and informally. Within our business unit, success depends on cross-functional collaboration with a wide range of internal stakeholders, navigating a complex landscape of suppliers, business clients and end consumers. This environment demands that we work closely together and pursue the best collective outcomes. What stands out most to me is how deeply our essence and values are embedded not just in our products and technology, but in how we operate and interact. It creates a culture of integrity, respect and pride in representing Bose and the power of sound.
When I joined Bose a handful of months ago, I personally saw these values in action when I was immediately welcomed, respected and encouraged to contribute. In my second week, I participated in a vision workshop focused on shaping our future — a clear sign of a leadership team that values collaboration, self-awareness and continuous improvement. Their openness to diverse perspectives and willingness to challenge the status quo truly reflect our shared commitment to embodying Bose’s values in everything we do.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
Over my career, I’ve come to realize how critically important it is for an employer to not only define its values but to have leaders who truly demonstrate and champion them. When leaders model these behaviors, it sets the tone for the entire culture and conversely — when they don’t — I’ve seen first-hand how quickly it can erode even the strongest foundations.
My personal leadership approach is always anchored around being genuine, honest and transparent in all aspects of my work, welcoming challenges and feedback to help make myself and the team better. I focus on listening and collaborating, while also making strategic decisions that position my team and the company for success. I look for the same across my team — regardless of role or level. Sharing values and making them core to how you operate and what you expect and hold others accountable towards isn’t just aspirational — it’s essential for building a strong and lasting culture and company that people believe in.
AirDNA is a provider of data and business intelligence for the billion-dollar travel and vacation rental industry.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
The values I look for in an employer include flexibility, work-life balance and a strong commitment to professional growth. I feel it’s important that companies treat employees as individuals and that they understand when to offer support, both in a professional context and on a more personal level. These values create a foundation for a healthy, motivating and sustainable work environment.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
AirDNA strongly reflects the values I care about and fosters a culture of transparency. Leadership consistently shares updates about company performance, goals and internal changes, which makes employees feel genuinely included in the bigger picture. Rather than feeling like isolated members of separate teams, we’re made to feel like active participants in the company’s direction and growth.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
It’s important to me that my employer and its leadership share these values because they directly influence how engaged, supported and empowered I feel in my role. When a company values flexibility and work-life balance, it shows trust in its employees and that trust leads to greater motivation and ownership over my work. Transparency from leadership creates a sense of inclusion and alignment, so I always understand how my work contributes to larger company goals.
MongoDB’s multi-cloud database empowers innovators to create, transform and disrupt industries by unleashing the power of software and data.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
For me, choosing an employer is about aligning my professional values with my employer’s values. The relationship should be a mutual investment, where both parties are committed to long-term success, driven by shared principles of respect, development and support. The values I seek are centered on cultivating an environment where potential is maximized, life balance is respected and contributions are recognized.
The most crucial value is an employer’s commitment to seeing the employee as a valued contributor, not just a resource. This enables organizations to take advantage of unique talents and foster loyalty through proactive talent management and growth. I look for an employer who understands my strengths and motivations, assigns projects aligned to them and invests in training and mentorship to prepare me for future responsibilities.
A key value is support of well-being through genuine work-life balance, enabling employees to fully engage in personal lives without penalty. Finally, I seek a culture that recognizes hard work, encourages innovation and empowers employees to challenge the status quo.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
Throughout the entire recruiting process, I never felt I was in an interview. Conversations focused not just on proving my skills, but on whether I was a good fit for the role, team and culture. As I learned more about the company, I discovered that many of MongoDB’s values, like “Own What You Do,” “Build Together,” and “Think Big, Go Far,” were directly aligned with what I was looking for in my next employer — and I truly felt them in action. At every step, I was treated with respect and transparency, which spoke volumes about how MongoDB views employees.
On my first day, my manager took time to talk about me, how I work best, how I like to get feedback and how I can best be supported to learn and perform at my best. This demonstrated genuine investment from the beginning.
In the months since, I’ve had one-on-ones not only with my manager but also with senior leaders who offered support and an open door.
On top of this, social and wellness initiatives (including family-friendly events) make the Dublin office feel inclusive and supportive.
How do these values shape your feelings about your employer? What about your ability to make an impact in your role?
I was part of a reduction in force at my last company, which forced me to rethink what I wanted in an employer. Initially I scattered my resume everywhere, but after repeated rejections, a recruiter asked me: “Do you want a job or do you want a career?” That question made me reflect on past roles and realize I needed to find a company whose values aligned with mine for the long term.
I researched companies carefully, rating them against a checklist of values important to me. When I received multiple offers, MongoDB was the clear choice. Before accepting, I validated my decision with a contact at MongoDB who confirmed the culture lived up to what I’d experienced.
Three months in, I am reminded daily that this is the right company for me. Our values are fully aligned, which strengthens my confidence, motivation and ability to make an impact.
I am encouraged to speak up and be bold about my ideas as we all bring different perspectives to the table — MongoDB is all about embracing the power of differences, a cornerstone of our culture and one of the things that makes collaboration here so rewarding.
Commerce is an e-commerce company that creates a platform to help sellers build, innovate and grow their businesses online.
What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?
When I think about values, I want to see alignment between my personal values and those of the company. It’s not just about how work gets done, but also about what the company stands for.
When I began my journey with BigCommerce — now Commerce — over 12 years ago, I was immediately struck by how people were always at the center of everything, whether that meant our customers or our employees. That focus continues today, embodied in values like “Stronger Together” and “Customer Compass.” These values are lived out daily — through the way colleagues support one another and in how we create the best possible experiences for our customers. Personally, I’ve always been motivated by helping others, so finding a company that shares that commitment allows me to show up authentically and collaborate with peers who hold those same values, even when we’re tackling difficult, innovative challenges.
How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?
One of the strongest examples is our Awardco recognition program, which allows employees to celebrate peers who live out our values. Recognition isn’t given casually — it’s always tied back to a specific company value. This makes recognition more meaningful and it has become one of our most impactful cultural programs with the highest employee participation, especially since it spans our globally distributed teams and bridges office and remote environments.
We also live out “Stronger Together” through our long-standing employee resource groups, which have been active for over eight years. These employee-led groups foster community, celebrate diverse perspectives and create learning opportunities throughout the year.
Other programs reinforce our values in different ways. The employee funds program provides employees with an annual budget to connect — virtually or in-person — building stronger relationships across teams. The employee hubs offer spaces and dedicated times for employees who work remotely to gather, connect and collaborate in-person. Listening programs are tied to our value of “Keep It Real, Always.” We actively collect and act on employee feedback to shape our culture.
Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?
I’m fortunate to be in a role where I help champion our cultural values and bring them to life through programming, offerings and daily interactions. When leadership and employees are aligned on values, it creates a culture where people thrive and do their best work. Values provide a compass — they clarify who we are, how we work and what kinds of interactions define us.
Leadership alignment is especially critical. For example, during our recent unveiling of our new parent brand Commerce, we worked across three distinct brands to define four new shared company values. This wasn’t a top-down decision; it was built collaboratively through employee feedback sessions, manager forums and final input from senior leadership. The result reflects what our people value most and ensures the culture we’re building truly represents us all.
