Careers at Code.org
Help us change the world, one student at a time!
Code.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to computer science in schools. We are especially focused on increasing participation among young women and underrepresented students.
Our vision
Our vision is that every student in every school should have the opportunity to learn computer science as part of their core K-12 education. Come join our team to help make this vision a reality!
Our core values:
We believe computer science is foundational for all students
We believe that learning computer science is fundamental to active and informed participation in an increasingly digital society and provides all students with a critical lens for interpreting the world around them. Computer science offers life-changing and economic opportunities, whether they pursue careers in technology or not. We create high-quality, approachable experiences to engage all students in computer science.
We believe in the power of a collaborative community
We collaborate with teachers, facilitators, and partners. We value, respect, and learn from the shared expertise of the growing professional computer science education community. We are committed to strengthening this community and we recognize, promote, and amplify the work of all members of this teacher-led movement. We use a unifying and inclusive approach across diverse and often divided stakeholders.
We are committed to equity, access, and opportunity
We believe every student in every school should have the opportunity to learn CS regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, identity, family income, neighborhood, or where they are from. To achieve this goal, we work to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the inclusion and full participation of underrepresented groups in CS.
Broad impact requires thinking big and acting holistically
We are creating sustainable change in education systems through policies, products, services, and partnerships that impact all levels of education, from the individual student or classroom to entire schools, districts, states, or countries. We use available resources to make long-term investments that will have a positive, lasting impact on students' lives.
We act with integrity and transparency
We act in the best interest of our student-focused mission. In this work, we are accountable to and transparent with our team, Board, donors, facilitators, partners, teachers, and community. We believe in trying new ideas, openly sharing our mistakes, and growing and learning from them. We proactively share information, research, data, processes, decisions, and results. Our products and curriculum are purposefully open for anyone to use or contribute.
We’re agile and responsive to feedback
We act quickly but thoughtfully. We make decisions with available information, and actively collect new data to confirm understanding or inform change. We listen broadly and deeply to a diverse audience and are responsive to feedback.
Our unifying approach
Code.org's global role in the K-12 computer science movement is only possible because we use a unifying approach across diverse and often divided stakeholders. At a time of increasing polarization, the idea of increasing opportunity for students unites people from across the political spectrum. Code.org's team members, students, teachers, and supporters have diverse and diverging viewpoints, and they are all welcome in our mission.
Our cultural principles
Our students and teachers are our North Star
We use our gifts, time, and energy to bring computer science to those who need it most. This is what unites us. This is our most important principle.
We are hard on problems and kind to each other
We stay focused on the challenge of bringing computer science to students and teachers globally. We recognize that each of us brings the best of our intentions to support our mission and give grace when we make mistakes.
Seek solutions, not consensus
We own decisions, whether taking small steps or big leaps toward the outcomes we are seeking. Owners ask for and listen to, but are not paralyzed by feedback. We accept and support the decisions of owners, even if we disagree.
Adopt a founder’s mentality
We obsess about outcomes and focus our actions on driving them. We dive into the details and work hard. We are honest, lean into agility, and continually assess if we’re on track; we are not afraid to pivot. Changing the world demands it.
Champion innovation
We think big, take risks, and are not afraid to fail. If we see a better way to accomplish our goals, we do it and encourage others to do so too. Incremental solutions won’t help change the world.
Anchor decisions in facts
We use data to understand our business, establish desired outcomes, and guide decision-making. We balance this by recognizing we won’t always have the data we need in order to act.
A growth mindset fuels us
We approach each challenge with curiosity. We give feedback kindly and candidly; we receive feedback openly. We learn from our mistakes and look for ways to increase the reach and impact of our work.
Our work-life balance
We care about our employees and are dedicated to supporting everyone both at work and outside of work. We know that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a holistic benefits package that will ensure that you (and your family) are taken care of.
- Health benefits for you and your family
- Flexible, supportive work environment
- Generous paid time off and leave plans
- Growth and professional learning opportunities
Explore open roles at Code.org
Code.org is based in Seattle, but many of our team members are remote. Remote candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Our approach to diversity
We embrace diverse perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds at Code.org. We are committed to providing an equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability (mental and physical) status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have individual needs related to a disability, please reach out to accommodations@code.org.