Diving into a new year at DigitalOcean

At DigitalOcean, we are building the simplest scalable cloud. Our global team is shaping the future of cloud computing and AI, helping builders and dreamers to focus on innovation, not infrastructure, through our simple, scalable products. In 2025, our aspirations are as wide and deep as the ocean, and we believe that “When a great team meets a great market, something special happens.” So why join us in 2025? Like many things at DO, it’s simple - you will do the best work of your career.

Why join DigitalOcean

In today’s complex job market, it’s my goal to showcase how we work here at DigitalOcean, and the value we bring as an employer to those who are empowered by values like operating with a bias for action, thinking big and bold, and always learning. Here are just a few reasons you may excel at DigitalOcean in 2025:

We are technical experts and are proud to make waves in our field

If you have a growth mindset, naturally like to think big and bold, and are energized by the fast-paced environment of a company looking to disrupt the market, you’ll find your place here. In 2025, we’re continuing to focus our global hiring efforts in key technology markets including Austin, Boston, Denver, San Francisco, Seattle, and Hyderabad.

Together, we’re scripting history alongside the developer community

Last year, we hosted 13 community meetups, published hundreds of technical articles, spoke at 7 major industry events, and relaunched our own signature event - Deploy. In 2025, we are embedding ourselves deeper into these communities, and providing our employees with the opportunity to spearhead these initiatives.

We swim fast and work relentlessly to ensure customer delight

As a member of the team at DigitalOcean, you will have the opportunity to think like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility. As a rapidly growing cloud technology company, Moving Fast is more than a value; it’s embedded in our DNA. We prioritize agile innovation and are relentless in our pursuit of simplifying cloud and AI so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. Hear more about what it’s like to work here from our employees themselves:

We care about each other and create an environment where employees are recognized and rewarded

We provide competitive benefits and opportunities for our employees to grow in their careers, connect with others, and receive recognition for their efforts. A few of the ways we do this include:

• Providing you with resources to ensure you keep growing, such as clear career paths and access to LinkedIn Learning’s 10,000+ courses to support your continued growth and development.

• Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education.

• Ensuring employees stay connected with a strong cadence of leadership and internal communications

• Hosting local and remote meetups for employees to maintain connectivity in our flexible work environment. In 2024 we hosted 55 virtual and in-person gatherings and have plans to expand these programs in the new year.

Join us in 2025

DigitalOcean offers more than just a place to work—we provide a community where individuals feel proud of their contributions, enjoy meaningful relationships with their colleagues, and find respect and recognition for their efforts. We value winning together—while learning, having fun, and making a profound impact on the dreamers and builders in the world. As SVP of People, I believe that as Simon Sinek says, “[Companies] should find those who like them for who they are.” If our high-growth, high-performance, customer-centric culture resonates with you, then dive in with us, and do the best work of your career. We’re hiring!